Delicious banana bread topped with cinnamon brown sugar streusel

Banana Bread with Cinnamon Brown Sugar Streusel

Byalice.tulaeva

Why Make This Recipe

Banana Bread with Cinnamon Brown Sugar Streusel is a delightful treat that combines the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with a rich and buttery crumble. This recipe is perfect for using overripe bananas that would otherwise go to waste. The addition of cinnamon and brown sugar takes this classic banana bread to a new level, making it an ideal snack or breakfast option. Plus, it’s easy to make, and the warm aroma while it bakes will fill your kitchen with inviting scents.

How to Make Banana Bread with Cinnamon Brown Sugar Streusel

Ingredients

  • 4 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1/3 cup melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • Pinch of salt
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 cup brown sugar

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth. Stir in melted butter.
  3. Mix in baking soda and salt.
  4. Add sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract, and mix until combined.
  5. Stir in flour until just incorporated.
  6. For the streusel, mix together the cinnamon and brown sugar in a separate bowl.
  7. Pour a small amount of banana bread batter into the bottom of the loaf pan, then sprinkle a thick layer of the streusel mixture over it.
  8. Add more batter over the streusel layer, then sprinkle the remaining streusel on top before baking.
  9. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  10. Allow to cool before removing from the pan.

How to Serve Banana Bread with Cinnamon Brown Sugar Streusel

Banana bread is delicious on its own, but you can enhance it further by serving it warm with a pat of butter or a drizzle of honey. It pairs nicely with a cup of coffee or tea. You can also slice it and serve it as a filling breakfast option or a snack during the day.

How to Store Banana Bread with Cinnamon Brown Sugar Streusel

To store your banana bread, let it cool completely, then wrap it tightly in plastic wrap or foil. You can keep it at room temperature for up to three days or refrigerate it for up to a week. If you want to keep it longer, consider freezing it. Just slice it first, wrap each slice individually, and place them in an airtight container or freezer bag. It will stay fresh in the freezer for up to three months.

Tips to Make Banana Bread with Cinnamon Brown Sugar Streusel

  • Use very ripe bananas for the best flavor and sweetness.
  • Make sure not to overmix the batter when adding the flour; this can make the bread tough.
  • Feel free to adjust the amount of cinnamon in the streusel to your taste.
  • For extra flavor, try adding chopped nuts or chocolate chips to the banana bread batter.

Variation

You can easily customize this recipe by adding nuts for crunch, or even chocolate chips for a sweeter version. Another great variation is to swap out some of the all-purpose flour for whole wheat flour for a healthier option.

FAQs

1. Can I use frozen bananas for this recipe?
Yes, thawed frozen bananas work great! Just make sure to drain any excess liquid before mashing them.

2. How do I know when the banana bread is done baking?
Insert a toothpick in the center of the bread; if it comes out clean, the bread is done.

3. Can I make mini loaves instead of one large loaf?
Yes, you can divide the batter into mini loaf pans. Just reduce the baking time to about 25-30 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.

Delicious banana bread topped with cinnamon brown sugar streusel

Banana Bread with Cinnamon Brown Sugar Streusel

This Banana Bread with Cinnamon Brown Sugar Streusel combines ripe bananas with a rich crumble for a delightful snack or breakfast option.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the bread
  • 4 ripe bananas, mashed Use very ripe bananas for best flavor
  • 1/3 cup melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour Do not overmix
For the streusel
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon Adjust to taste
  • 1 cup brown sugar

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth. Stir in melted butter.
  3. Mix in baking soda and salt.
  4. Add sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract, and mix until combined.
  5. Stir in flour until just incorporated.
Streusel Preparation
  1. Mix together the cinnamon and brown sugar in a separate bowl.
Assembly and Baking
  1. Pour a small amount of banana bread batter into the bottom of the loaf pan, then sprinkle a thick layer of the streusel mixture over it.
  2. Add more batter over the streusel layer, then sprinkle the remaining streusel on top before baking.
  3. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  4. Allow to cool before removing from the pan.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15g

Notes

Serve warm with butter or honey for extra flavor. Can add nuts or chocolate chips for variation.

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