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Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread

Delight in the warm embrace of this Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread, where ripe bananas and aromatic cinnamon intertwine for a comforting treat perfect for any time of day.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Wet Ingredients
  • 3 pieces ripe bananas (mashed, about 1 cup) Ensure bananas are very ripe for maximum sweetness.
  • 1/3 cup melted ghee (or vegetable oil) Can substitute with other oils.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • Pinch salt
  • 3/4 cup sugar You can substitute half with brown sugar for a deeper flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Plus extra for the swirl.
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
Optional Add-ins
  • 1/2 cup walnuts or chocolate chips Optional for added texture.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9 x 5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. Stir in the melted ghee (or vegetable oil) and vanilla extract until well blended.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine the baking soda, salt, sugar, and flour. Mix well. Add the dry ingredients to the wet banana mixture and stir just until combined; do not overmix!
Cinnamon Swirl Preparation
  1. Reserve about 1/4 of the batter and set it aside. With the rest of the batter, add 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon and gently fold it in until just mixed.
  2. Place half of the banana batter into the prepared loaf pan and sprinkle with extra ground cinnamon. Add the reserved batter on top, spreading it evenly. Swirl the batters together with a knife.
Baking
  1. Bake in your preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  2. Allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and enjoy!

Notes

Use ripe bananas for sweetness. Substitute ghee with other halal-friendly oils. Take care not to over-mix while creating the swirl for the best presentation. Store at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.