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Cinnamon Crunch Banana Bread

A delightful blend of flavor and texture, this Cinnamon Crunch Banana Bread features a cinnamon crunch topping and is perfect for any cozy brunch or snack session.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3 pieces ripe bananas, mashed The riper, the better for extra sweetness.
  • 1/3 cup melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1 large egg, beaten For a vegan option, use flax eggs.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour.
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Topping Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon flour For topping.
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon For topping.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork. Stir in the melted butter.
  3. Mix in the baking soda and salt. Let the mixture sit for a few minutes.
  4. Add the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
  5. Gently fold in the all-purpose flour until just incorporated. Be careful not to overmix.
  6. In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon for the topping. Mix well.
Baking
  1. Pour half of the banana batter into the prepared loaf pan. Sprinkle half of the cinnamon topping over it.
  2. Pour the remaining banana batter on top, followed by the rest of the cinnamon topping.
  3. Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 50-60 minutes. Check for doneness by inserting a toothpick; it should come out clean.
  4. Once baked, remove the banana bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10-15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Serve warm with a smear of butter or a drizzle of honey. You can freeze slices for up to 3 months.