Description
Homemade cinnamon banana bread delivers comfort and warmth straight from grandma’s kitchen. Moist crumb, fragrant spices, and rich texture make this classic quick bread a delightful treat that connects you with cherished memories.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2–3 ripe bananas (mashed)
- 1 large egg (beaten)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Prepare the baking environment by heating the oven to 350F and coating a 9×5-inch loaf pan with a light grease layer.
- Transform ripe bananas into a smooth mash, then incorporate melted butter, creating a rich and creamy base.
- Enhance the mixture with aromatic vanilla extract, warming cinnamon, alkaline baking soda, and a touch of salt for balanced flavor.
- Integrate both granulated and brown sugars into the banana mixture, then whisk in a thoroughly beaten egg until the texture becomes uniform.
- Gently introduce flour to the wet ingredients, folding carefully to maintain a tender crumb. Stop mixing the moment ingredients are combined to prevent toughness.
- Transfer the silky batter into the prepared loaf pan, using a spatula to distribute evenly and create a smooth surface.
- Slide the pan into the preheated oven and bake for 50-60 minutes, monitoring until a inserted toothpick emerges completely clean, indicating perfect doneness.
- Allow the freshly baked bread to rest in the pan for 10 minutes, enabling it to set and stabilize, then carefully transition to a wire cooling rack for complete cooling.
Notes
- Ensure bananas are very ripe and soft for maximum natural sweetness and deeper flavor profile.
- Gently fold flour to maintain a tender, light texture and prevent tough, dense bread.
- Sprinkle extra cinnamon on top before baking for a delightful aromatic crust and enhanced spice notes.
- Swap white flour with whole wheat or gluten-free alternatives for dietary adaptations without compromising taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 196 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 33 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 31 mg