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Cozy Cinnamon Roll Banana Bread Recipe with Easy Cream Cheese Frosting Drizzle

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A comforting banana bread recipe with gooey cinnamon sugar swirls and a smooth cream cheese frosting drizzle, perfect for cozy mornings and sweet snacks.

Ingredients

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  • 3 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups (190g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup (100g) brown sugar, packed
  • 2 tbsp ground cinnamon
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • 4 oz (115g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup (60g) powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2–3 tbsp milk (dairy-free optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, mash 3 ripe bananas until mostly smooth with some small lumps. Stir in 1/2 cup melted butter.
  3. Add 1 cup sugar, 2 large eggs, and 1 tsp vanilla extract to the banana mixture. Mix until combined but do not overbeat.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 1/2 cups flour, 1 tsp baking soda, and 1/2 tsp salt. Gradually fold into the wet mixture until just combined.
  5. In a small bowl, mix 1/2 cup brown sugar, 2 tbsp cinnamon, and 3 tbsp melted butter until crumbly but moist.
  6. Pour half the banana batter into the loaf pan and spread evenly. Sprinkle half of the cinnamon sugar mixture over the batter.
  7. Pour the remaining batter on top and sprinkle the rest of the cinnamon sugar on top. Use a knife or skewer to gently swirl the cinnamon sugar into the batter without overmixing.
  8. Bake for 55-65 minutes, checking doneness with a toothpick inserted in the center; it should come out mostly clean with a few moist crumbs.
  9. Let the bread cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely before frosting.
  10. Beat 4 oz softened cream cheese with 1/2 cup powdered sugar and 1/2 tsp vanilla extract until smooth. Gradually add 2-3 tbsp milk until pourable.
  11. Drizzle the cream cheese frosting over the warm (not hot) bread, allowing it to settle into the crevices. Slice and serve.

Notes

Use very ripe bananas for best sweetness and moisture. Do not overmix the batter to avoid tough bread. Chill batter for 15 minutes if cinnamon sugar sinks too much. Let bread cool before frosting to prevent melting. For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with almond flour or a gluten-free blend. Vegan adaptations include flax eggs, coconut oil, and dairy-free cream cheese.

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Keywords: banana bread, cinnamon roll, cream cheese frosting, cinnamon swirl, easy banana bread, cozy breakfast, sweet snack

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