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Snickerdoodle Banana Bread

Snickerdoodle Banana Bread: Moist, Sweet Delight Awaits

Snickerdoodle Banana Bread blends ripe bananas with cinnamon and sugar for a delightful twist on traditional flavors.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2-3 pieces ripe bananas Use those with brown spots for maximum flavor.
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour You can substitute half for whole wheat.
  • 1 cup sugar Opt for honey or maple syrup to reduce refined sugars.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Make sure it's fresh for best results.
  • 2 pieces eggs Vital for moisture and texture.
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon The key flavor that evokes snickerdoodle goodness.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Enhances sweetness and balances flavors.
  • 1/2 cup butter (or plant-based alternative) Adds richness and moisture.
For the Topping
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon-sugar mixture Mix sugar with cinnamon for a crunchy topping.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • loaf pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Snickerdoodle Banana Bread
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a standard loaf pan.
  2. Mash 2-3 ripe bananas in a mixing bowl until smooth, leaving some lumps for added texture.
  3. Cream softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. Add 2 eggs and mix until incorporated.
  4. Fold the mashed bananas into the butter-sugar-egg mixture until well combined.
  5. Sift together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon in a separate bowl, then add to the wet ingredients and stir until just combined.
  6. Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and sprinkle cinnamon-sugar mixture on top.
  7. Bake for 50-60 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for optimal freshness. Avoid overmixing the batter to prevent a dense loaf.

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