Description
Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavors with our Cinnamon Roll Banana Bread—a comforting loaf that beautifully marries the sweetness of ripe bananas and the aromatic warmth of cinnamon. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a sweet snack, this vegan-friendly and gluten-free-adaptable recipe ensures that everyone can enjoy a slice. The irresistible aroma wafting through your kitchen while it bakes will have family and friends eagerly awaiting a piece. With its moist texture and delightful cinnamon swirl, this banana bread is sure to become a favorite in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 overripe mashed bananas
- 4 tbsp melted vegan butter
- 3/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 cup almond or oat milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 1/2 cup regular or gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 4 tbsp melted vegan butter (for swirl)
- 1/3 cup light brown sugar
- 2 tbsp cinnamon (for swirl)
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 2 tbsp melted vegan butter (for glaze)
- 2 oz softened vegan cream cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- In a mixing bowl, combine mashed bananas, melted vegan butter, maple syrup, almond or oat milk, and vanilla extract; whisk until smooth.
- In another bowl, mix baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, salt, flour, and oats; stir well.
- Gradually fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Prepare the cinnamon swirl by mixing melted vegan butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon in a separate bowl.
- Layer half the batter in the loaf pan, drizzle with half of the cinnamon mixture, then add remaining batter and another drizzle of the swirl.
- Use a knife to create swirls throughout the batter.
- Bake for approximately 45 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack; drizzle with cream cheese glaze if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg