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Cinnamon Swirled Banana Bread

Cinnamon Swirled Banana Bread
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Indulge in the comforting flavors of Cinnamon Swirled Banana Bread, a delightful treat that fills your home with the warmth of cinnamon and ripe bananas. This recipe is perfect for using up overripe bananas, transforming them into a moist and flavorful loaf that everyone will love. With its sweet cinnamon swirls throughout, this banana bread is an excellent choice for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. Simple enough for bakers of all skill levels, it’s a family-friendly recipe that can be made ahead and stored for busy days. Serve it warm with a touch of butter or enjoy it toasted—no matter how you slice it, this bread is sure to bring smiles to your table.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 and 1/2 cups mashed ripe banana (about 4 bananas)
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (for swirl)
  • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar (for swirl)
  • 3 tablespoons dark brown sugar (for swirl)
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon (for swirl)
  • 6 thin slices of ripe banana (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and lightly grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, mix melted butter with sugar until combined. Add eggs and vanilla; whisk until smooth.
  3. Stir in flour and baking soda until just combined, then fold in mashed bananas.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix the swirl ingredients until well-combined.
  5. Layer the batter and cinnamon mixture three times in the prepared pan, creating swirls as you go.
  6. Top with remaining cinnamon mix and banana slices.
  7. Bake for 60–70 minutes until golden brown; check doneness with a toothpick.
  8. Let cool before slicing.

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