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Snickerdoodle Banana Bread

Snickerdoodle Banana Bread – Your New Favorite Sweet Treat

This Snickerdoodle Banana Bread combines classic banana bread flavors with a delightful cinnamon-sugar crust, making it your new favorite sweet treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Can swap it for gluten-free flour.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Ensure it’s fresh for best results.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Balances sweetness and enhances flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Key for snickerdoodle flavor.
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened Can be replaced with vegetable oil or coconut oil.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Try brown sugar for a richer flavor.
  • 2 large eggs Flax eggs work for a vegan version.
  • 3 ripe bananas, mashed Use very overripe bananas for the best sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Boosts overall flavor.
  • 1/4 cup milk Substitute with almond or oat milk if desired.
For the Topping
  • 1/4 cup cinnamon sugar Creates the signature snickerdoodle crust.

Equipment

  • 9x5-inch loaf pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • hand mixer
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together 1/2 cup of softened unsalted butter and 1 cup of granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add 2 large eggs one at a time, mixing after each addition, then blend in 3 ripe, mashed bananas, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and 1/4 cup of milk.
  5. Gradually add the dry mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and sprinkle 1/4 cup of cinnamon sugar on top.
  7. Bake for 60 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  8. Remove from oven and let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2.5mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Allow the banana bread to cool completely before slicing to maintain moisture and prevent crumbliness.

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