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Cinnamon Roll Banana Bread

A cozy masterpiece that combines the delightful flavors of banana bread with the irresistible taste of cinnamon rolls, perfect for breakfast, snack time, or dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Banana Bread
  • 1/2 cup salted butter (softened to room temperature)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup sour cream (or plain Greek yogurt)
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 cups very ripe bananas (mashed) The browner, the better
For the Cinnamon Swirl
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons butter (melted)
For the Cream Cheese Drizzle
  • 2 ounces cream cheese (softened)
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar More if needed for consistency
  • 1 tablespoon milk Add if needed for consistency

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
  2. In a bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Mix in the eggs, sour cream, and vanilla until well combined.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.
  5. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, then stir in the mashed bananas.
Swirl and Bake
  1. In a small bowl, combine the swirl ingredients: 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon, and melted butter.
  2. Pour half of the banana bread batter into the loaf pan, followed by half of the cinnamon mixture. Swirl it gently. Repeat with the remaining batter and cinnamon mixture.
  3. Bake for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  4. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Cream Cheese Drizzle
  1. Whisk together softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and milk until smooth. Adjust consistency with more milk if necessary.

Notes

Serve with cream cheese drizzle and pair with coffee or spiced tea. Keeps well in the fridge and freezer.