Prep: 15 min. | Bake: 50-60 min.
This cinnamon banana brad is the ultimate treat, combining the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with the warmth of aromatic cinnamon in every tender bite. The loaf bakes up soft and delicate, with a contrasting crumb that adds that delicious crunch and satisfying contrast to the bread's tender interior. Each slice is rich, flavorful, and perfectly spiced, making it ideal for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or even dessert. It’s a comforting, homemade delight that fills the kitchen with an irresistible, cozy aroma as it bakes.
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour (210g)
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar (165g)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter room temperature (113g)
- 2 large eggs
- 3 very ripe bananas mashed (Tip: if they aren't ripe, place them whole in the oven for 15 mins and they will soften up perfectly)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
Step 1:
Preheat the oven to 180°C
Step 2:
In a medium bowl, sift the the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon and finish off by whisking the dry ingredients together
Step 3:
In a large mixing bowl beat the sugar and butter together on high speed until light and fluffy, about 4 minutes.
Step 4:
Beat in the eggs and vanilla extract. Don't forget to scrape the sides.
Step 5:
Mash your bananas and mix them into your wet mixture.
Step 6:
Add the dry ingredients and fold together until just combined.
Step 7:
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
Step 8:
Sprinkle with cinnamon and sugar and place 2 halves of a banana on top. You can skip this step if you don't like chunky cooked banana in your bread.
Step 9:
Bake for 50-60mins or until a skewer comes out dry and clean
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Bake and enjoy!