Description
Cinnamon Roll Banana Bread is a delightful fusion of two beloved treats, transforming your breakfast or dessert into something truly special. This moist banana bread, swirled with rich cinnamon goodness, offers a unique flavor twist that will have everyone reaching for seconds. Ideal for family breakfasts or festive gatherings, this easy-to-make recipe promises an irresistible aroma and taste that will impress both kids and adults alike. With its soft texture and sweet notes, you’ll find it hard to resist.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 overripe mashed bananas
- 4 tablespoons melted vegan butter
- ¾ cup maple syrup
- 1 cup unsweetened almond or oat milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour (regular or gluten-free)
- 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 2 tablespoons cinnamon
- 1½ teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 4 tablespoons melted vegan butter (for cinnamon swirl)
- ⅓ cup light brown sugar (for cinnamon swirl)
- 2 tablespoons cinnamon (for cinnamon swirl)
- ¾ cup powdered sugar (for frosting)
- 2 tablespoons melted vegan butter (for frosting)
- 2 oz softened vegan cream cheese (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- In a bowl, mix mashed bananas, melted vegan butter, maple syrup, almond milk, and vanilla until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, salt, flour, and oats; add to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Pour half of the batter into the loaf pan. Mix remaining melted vegan butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon for the swirl; spread half over the batter.
- Add remaining batter on top and finish with the rest of the cinnamon swirl mixture.
- Bake for 50–60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool completely before frosting with a mixture of powdered sugar, melted vegan butter, and softened vegan cream cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (96g)
- Calories: 188
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg