Try Quick Cinnamon Banana Bread at Home!
Don't miss out on the opportunity to indulge in the warm, comforting aroma of freshly baked banana bread, infused with the sweetness of cinnamon. This Quick Cinnamon Banana Bread recipe is a must-try at home! Click here to see the full recipe and instructions on how to make this delightful treat.
Quick Cinnamon Banana Bread Recipe
Ingredients:
* 3 large ripe bananas, mashed
* 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
* 1 tsp baking powder
* 1/2 tsp baking soda
* 1/2 tsp salt
* 1/4 cup granulated sugar
* 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
* 1 large egg
* 1 tsp ground cinnamon
* 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
* Optional: chopped walnuts or pecans for added texture and flavor
Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan and set aside.
2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, combine mashed bananas, sugar, melted butter, egg, cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Stir until well combined.
4. Add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
5. If using nuts, fold them into the batter at this stage.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
7. Bake for 50-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.
8. Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Cook Time: 50-55 minutes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Variations:
* Chocolate Chip Version: Add 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips to the batter for a sweet and indulgent twist.
* Pecan Praline Version: Replace the chopped walnuts with 1/2 cup chopped pecans and add 1 tbsp praline syrup to the batter for a nutty and caramel-like flavor.
* Cranberry Orange Version: Fold in 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries and 1 tbsp orange zest for a festive and fruity twist.
* Gluten-Free Version: Replace the all-purpose flour with 1:1 gluten-free flour blend and adjust the baking time as needed.
Get baking and enjoy the warm, comforting aroma of freshly baked Quick Cinnamon Banana Bread!