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Cinnamon Crumb Banana Bread

Cinnamon Crumb Banana Bread - A Cozy Comfort Food Delight

This Cinnamon Crumb Banana Bread is a delightful way to enjoy overripe bananas with a moist texture and a crunchy topping.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 3 pieces Ripe Bananas Use very ripe bananas with dark spots for optimal flavor and moisture.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Provides sweetness; substitute with brown sugar for a richer taste.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Offers structure; can use whole wheat or gluten-free flour.
  • 1 piece Egg Binds ingredients; substitute with a flax egg for vegan option.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Essential for leavening; ensure it’s fresh.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon A key spice for flavor; freshly ground is preferable.
  • 1/2 cup Butter Adds richness; swap with coconut oil for dairy-free version.
For the Crumb Topping
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Provides crunch and sweetness.
  • 1/2 cup Flour Use the same type as for the bread.
  • 1/4 cup Butter Binds the ingredients; coconut oil can be used as a substitute.

Equipment

  • loaf pan
  • mixing bowl
  • Fork
  • Whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a standard loaf pan.
  2. Mash the ripe bananas in a bowl until smooth.
  3. Mix granulated sugar, brown sugar, melted butter, and egg into the mashed bananas.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and cinnamon. Gradually stir into the wet mixture.
  5. Prepare the crumb topping by mixing brown sugar, flour, and melted butter until coarse crumbs form.
  6. Pour the banana batter into the greased loaf pan and sprinkle with crumb topping.
  7. Bake for 60–65 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Wrap cooled bread in plastic or keep it in an airtight container to keep it fresh for up to three days.

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