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Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread

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This Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread is a cozy treat perfect for breakfast or a sweet snack any time of the day, featuring a soft, moist texture and a delightful cinnamon swirl.

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 this mixture aside.
  3. Cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together in a large bowl until smooth and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Add in 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. Mix until smooth and well blended.
  6. Gradually add the banana mixture to the creamed butter and sugar, stirring to combine. Then gently fold in the dry ingredients until just mixed.
  7. Spoon half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly.
  8. Mix the cinnamon sugar by combining the 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 it to a wire rack to cool completely before icing.
  12. Whisk together the confectioners’ sugar, heavy cream (or milk), and vanilla extract in a small bowl until smooth. Drizzle this icing over the cooled banana bread.

Notes

Store banana bread wrapped tightly for up to 3 days at room temperature, or refrigerate for up to a week. Freezing is possible for up to 3 months.

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