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Cinnamon Roll Banana Bread

Cinnamon Roll Banana Bread: A Cozy, Decadent Delight

This Cinnamon Roll Banana Bread combines beloved banana bread with cozy cinnamon rolls, topped with cream cheese frosting for a delicious treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 3 medium ripe bananas Choose overripe bananas with brown spots for the best flavor
  • 1/2 cup salted butter
  • 1 cup white sugar Can substitute with brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour Can be replaced with gluten-free flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt Omit if using salted butter
For the Cinnamon Swirl
  • 1/4 cup melted butter
  • 2 tablespoons cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
For the Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 8 oz cream cheese Softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Use pure extract for best results

Equipment

  • Loaf pan
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Cinnamon Roll Banana Bread
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
  2. Cream together the salted butter and white sugar until light and fluffy, then add in the egg and mashed bananas.
  3. Whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt, then gently fold into the wet mixture until just combined.
  4. Mix melted butter, cinnamon, and brown sugar for the cinnamon swirl filling.
  5. Layer half of the banana batter, followed by half of the cinnamon mixture, and repeat.
  6. Gently swirl the layers with a knife, creating a marbled effect.
  7. Bake for approximately 55 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Prepare the cream cheese frosting and spread it on the cooled bread.
  10. Slice and serve the bread at room temperature or slightly warmed.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature or 1 week in the fridge. Freeze for up to 3 months.

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