Snickerdoodle Banana Bread
A delicious banana bread infused with warm cinnamon flavors, perfect for breakfast or as a snack.
Ingredients
For the bread
- 3 pieces ripe bananas, mashed Use very ripe bananas for the best flavor and moisture.
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
For the topping
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the mashed bananas, melted butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, mix the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring just until everything is combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- In a small bowl, mix 2 tablespoons of sugar and 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon for the topping. Sprinkle it evenly over the batter.
Baking
- Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.
Notes
You can serve this bread warm or at room temperature. It's delicious on its own or with a spread of butter or cream cheese. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Use very ripe bananas for the best flavor. Don't overmix the batter; stir until just combined for a light and fluffy loaf.