Snickerdoodle Banana Bread Recipe
Why Make This Recipe
Snickerdoodle Banana Bread combines the delicious flavors of classic banana bread with the warm, cinnamon-rich taste of snickerdoodles. This recipe is perfect for using up ripe bananas and adds a delightful twist to your regular banana bread. It’s moist, flavorful, and offers a hint of sweetness that is loved by both kids and adults. This bread is great for breakfast, a snack, or dessert!
How to Make Snickerdoodle Banana Bread
Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ cup milk
Cinnamon-Sugar Topping:
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, mash the bananas until they are smooth.
- Add the wet ingredients: Mix in the granulated sugar, brown sugar, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract. Stir until everything is well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk. Mix until it is just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- For the topping, sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the batter.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Once done, let the bread rest in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool.
- Slice and enjoy!
How to Serve Snickerdoodle Banana Bread
Snickerdoodle Banana Bread is delicious when served warm or at room temperature. You can enjoy it plain or spread a little butter on each slice. It pairs wonderfully with coffee or tea and can be served for breakfast, as a snack, or even as a dessert with a scoop of ice cream.
How to Store Snickerdoodle Banana Bread
To store your Snickerdoodle Banana Bread, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil. Place it in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, you can freeze the bread by wrapping it well and placing it in the freezer. It will stay fresh for about 2-3 months. Thaw it overnight in the refrigerator before enjoying.
Tips to Make Snickerdoodle Banana Bread
- For extra moisture, make sure your bananas are very ripe, with plenty of brown spots.
- You can add nuts or chocolate chips if you like extra texture in your banana bread.
- Make sure not to overmix the batter; mix it just until combined for a softer loaf.
- Adjust the cinnamon topping according to your taste—you can add more if you love that spicy sweetness!
Variation
You can easily make a gluten-free version of this recipe by substituting all-purpose flour with your favorite gluten-free flour blend. Enjoy the same great taste with a different ingredient!
FAQs
Q: Can I use frozen bananas?
A: Yes, you can use frozen bananas! Just make sure to thaw and drain any excess liquid before mashing.
Q: How can I tell when the banana bread is done?
A: The bread is done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few crumbs, but not wet batter.
Q: Can I make mini loaves instead of one large loaf?
A: Absolutely! You can divide the batter into mini loaf pans and reduce the baking time to about 25-30 minutes. Check for doneness with a toothpick.
Snickerdoodle Banana Bread
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, mash the bananas until they are smooth.
- Add the wet ingredients: Mix in the granulated sugar, brown sugar, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract. Stir until everything is well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk. Mix until it is just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- For the topping, sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the batter.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Once done, let the bread rest in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool.
- Snickerdoodle Banana Bread is delicious when served warm or at room temperature. Enjoy it plain or spread a little butter on each slice.