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🍌 Cinnamon Sugar Banana Bread
“I’ve been making this at least once a week for the past month! I can’t seem to keep it in the house. I’ve passed the recipe along to a few friends and they have the same problem, haha.”
🧾 Introduction
Banana bread is more than a recipe; it’s a warm hug from the oven. This variation takes the classic comfort of banana bread and elevates it with a sweet, crackly cinnamon-sugar crust. Moist, flavorful, and nostalgic, it disappears faster than you can bake it — which is why it’s often made weekly by those who discover it. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a weekend kitchen warrior, this recipe will quickly find a permanent spot in your baking rotation.
🧺 Ingredients
For the Banana Bread:
- 3 ripe bananas (mashed)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup milk (any kind)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
For the Cinnamon Sugar Topping:
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
🧑🍳 Instructions & Method
Step-by-Step Method:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan and line it with parchment paper.
- Mash bananas in a large bowl until smooth.
- Add melted butter, eggs, milk, vanilla, granulated sugar, and brown sugar to the mashed bananas. Mix until fully combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
- Fold the dry ingredients into the banana mixture using a spatula until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
- Mix cinnamon and sugar for the topping in a small bowl. Sprinkle evenly over the batter.
- Bake for 55–65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then remove and let cool completely on a wire rack.
📜 History of Banana Bread
Banana bread rose to popularity in the United States during the 1930s Great Depression. As a way to reduce food waste, home bakers began using overripe bananas that were otherwise destined for the trash. It became a staple in American cookbooks and grew to be one of the most baked and beloved treats in homes worldwide.
🌟 Benefits of This Recipe
- Zero Waste: Uses overripe bananas you might throw away.
- Easy Prep: Simple ingredients, one bowl, no mixer required.
- Kid-Friendly: Sweet and soft — a hit with children.
- Freezer-Friendly: Make extra loaves to freeze.
- Customizable: Add chocolate chips, nuts, or even a cream cheese swirl.
🏗️ Formation Tips (How to Perfect It)
- Use very ripe bananas for natural sweetness and moisture.
- Don’t overmix the batter — it leads to dense bread.
- To prevent over-browning, cover with foil after 40 minutes.
- Add chopped walnuts or pecans for a nutty crunch.
🧠 Conclusion
Cinnamon Sugar Banana Bread isn’t just a baked good — it’s a habit. It’s the kind of recipe that moves from your kitchen to your friends’, then their families’, becoming a quiet tradition. You may start making it on a whim, but you’ll keep making it for the smell, the comfort, and the praise that follows.
💞 Lovers of This Bread Say…
- “I brought it to a brunch, and people were literally fighting over the last slice.”
- “My kids call it ‘magic cake.’ We eat it for breakfast, dessert, and snacks!”
- “I doubled the batch and still had none left by evening.”
🧑🍳 Alternative Methods
- Air Fryer: Smaller portion loaves can be baked at 320°F for 25–30 minutes.
- Muffins: Divide the batter into muffin tins and bake at 350°F for 18–22 minutes.
- Mini Loaves: Perfect for gifting! Bake for 30–35 minutes.
🥗 Nutrition (Per Slice, ~12 servings)
- Calories: ~210
- Fat: 8g
- Carbs: 34g
- Sugar: 18g
- Protein: 3g
- Fiber: 1.5g
(Values vary based on exact ingredients and toppings used)
🧁 Conclusion (Yes, again – because it deserves it)
This banana bread isn’t a side treat — it’s a centerpiece of joy in many kitchens. With its unbeatable flavor, ease of preparation, and cozy aroma, you’ll understand why it’s so hard to keep around. Try it once, and like so many others, you’ll find yourself baking it again… and again… and again.
❤️ For All Banana Bread Lovers
If you’ve ever looked for a go-to baked good that brings smiles, memories, and maybe a little cinnamon-sugar love — this is the one. Bake it for yourself, your family, your neighbors, or your next potluck. But fair warning: you’ll be asked for the recipe a lot.
Would you like a chocolate chip version, a gluten-free version, or maybe a vegan banana bread too?