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Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread

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A delightful and comforting Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread, featuring a moist texture and a luscious cinnamon sugar swirl, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 and 1/2 cups mashed bananas
  • 1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for cinnamon sugar swirl)
  • 1 and 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon (for cinnamon sugar swirl)
  • 1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar (for icing)
  • 1 tablespoon heavy cream or milk (for icing)
  • 1/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract (for icing)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
  2. Whisk together the flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt in a medium bowl. Set aside.
  3. Cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until smooth and fluffy in a large bowl.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition until fully incorporated.
  5. Combine the mashed bananas, Greek yogurt, and vanilla extract in another bowl, mixing until smooth.
  6. Gradually add the banana mixture to the creamed butter and sugar, stirring to combine. Gently fold in the dry ingredients until just mixed; be careful not to overmix.
  7. Spoon half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly.
  8. Mix the cinnamon sugar by combining 1/4 cup of sugar and 1 and 1/2 teaspoons of ground cinnamon in a small bowl. Sprinkle half of this mixture evenly over the first layer of batter.
  9. Add the remaining batter on top of the cinnamon sugar layer, smoothing it out gently.
  10. Bake in the preheated oven for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  11. Let the bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before icing.
  12. Whisk together the confectioners’ sugar, heavy cream (or milk), and vanilla extract until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled banana bread.

Notes

For the best flavor, use overripe bananas. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week. Can be frozen for up to 3 months.

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Keywords: banana bread, cinnamon swirl, dessert, baking

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