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Cinnamon Roll Banana Bread Recipe

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This Cinnamon Roll Banana Bread is a deliciously moist and flavorful twist on classic banana bread, infused with a warm cinnamon swirl and topped with an optional vegan cream cheese frosting. Perfect for breakfast or a cozy snack, this recipe uses ripe bananas, vegan butter, and a blend of spices for a comforting, sweet treat that’s both satisfying and easy to make.

Ingredients

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For the Batter

  • 2 cups Overripe Mashed Bananas
  • 1/3 cup Melted Vegan Butter
  • 1/2 cup Maple Syrup
  • 1/2 cup Almond or Oat Milk
  • 1 tablespoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1/2 cup Old-Fashioned Rolled Oats

For the Cinnamon Swirl Mixture

  • 1/4 cup Melted Vegan Butter
  • 1/2 cup Light Brown Sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Cinnamon

For the Frosting (Optional)

  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar
  • 1/4 cup Melted Vegan Butter
  • 1/4 cup Softened Vegan Cream Cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
  2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, mash the overripe bananas until smooth. Add the melted vegan butter, maple syrup, almond or oat milk, and vanilla extract, mixing until the mixture is creamy and well combined.
  3. Add Dry Ingredients: Sprinkle in baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Stir gently until just combined to avoid overmixing.
  4. Incorporate Flour and Oats: Add the all-purpose flour and rolled oats to the wet mixture. Stir until no dry flour remains, but still with some streaks for a lighter texture.
  5. Create Cinnamon Swirl Layers: Pour half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top. Spoon half of the cinnamon swirl mixture over it and use a knife to swirl gently through the batter.
  6. Layer Remaining Batter and Swirl: Add the remaining batter on top of the swirl layer, then spoon the remaining cinnamon mixture. Swirl again with a knife to create a marbled effect.
  7. Bake: Place the loaf pan in the oven and bake for 50-60 minutes. Start checking for doneness around 50 minutes by inserting a toothpick; it should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  8. Cool: Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Prepare Frosting (Optional): While the bread cools, mix powdered sugar, melted vegan butter, and softened vegan cream cheese until smooth. Spread over the cooled banana bread before serving.

Notes

  • Use very ripe bananas for best results and optimal sweetness.
  • Avoid overmixing flour and oats to maintain a tender, light crumb texture.
  • Feel free to add nuts or chocolate chips to the batter for extra flavor and texture.
  • The frosting is optional but adds a creamy, sweet finish to the bread.
  • Check baking time as ovens vary; the bread should be golden and firm.

Keywords: banana bread, cinnamon swirl, vegan banana bread, breakfast bread, vegan baking, cinnamon roll bread

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