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Snickerdoodle Banana Bread

Snickerdoodle Banana Bread That Will Make Mornings Magical

Experience the delightful fusion of sweet bananas and cinnamon with this Snickerdoodle Banana Bread, perfect for breakfast or an afternoon treat.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2-3 pieces ripe bananas The riper, the better for sweetness and moisture.
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour Can substitute with half whole wheat.
  • 0.5 cups granulated sugar Adjust to taste or substitute with honey.
  • 0.25 cups brown sugar Packed for moisture and richness.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Essential leavening agent.
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon Feel free to add more if desired.
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt Balances sweetness.
  • 1 large egg Helps bind the ingredients.
  • 0.25 cups unsalted butter Melted; can be swapped for plant-based butter.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances overall flavor.
For the Topping
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar Dust generously over batter.
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon Enhances snickerdoodle essence.

Equipment

  • Loaf Pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Snickerdoodle Banana Bread
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan with unsalted butter.
  2. In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth with small lumps.
  3. Add melted butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, egg, and vanilla extract to the bananas and stir until combined.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
  5. Gradually combine dry ingredients into wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  7. Mix the sugar and cinnamon for the topping and sprinkle generously over the batter.
  8. Bake for 50-60 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
  9. Let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 160mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Wrap tightly to maintain moisture. Fresh for up to 3 days at room temperature, a week in the fridge, and 3 months in the freezer.

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