Snickerdoodle Banana Bread

“A delightful twist on classic banana bread with a sweet cinnamon-sugar crust reminiscent of snickerdoodle cookies. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a cozy snack!”

Ingredients

For the Banana Bread:

• 3 ripe bananas, mashed
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

For the Snickerdoodle Topping:

• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the Oven

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan, or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2: Make the Banana Bread Batter

1. In a large mixing bowl, mash the bananas until smooth.
2. Stir in the melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
4. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Avoid overmixing.

Step 3: Prepare the Snickerdoodle Topping

1. In a small bowl, mix the sugar and cinnamon for the topping.
2. Sprinkle half of the mixture evenly into the greased loaf pan.

Step 4: Assemble and Bake

1. Pour the banana bread batter into the prepared pan.
2. Sprinkle the remaining cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the top of the batter.
3. Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 5: Cool and Serve

1. Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
2. Slice and enjoy with a cup of coffee or tea!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Deliciously Moist: The bananas keep the bread soft and flavorful.
• Cinnamon-Sugar Crust: Adds a snickerdoodle-like crunch to every bite.
• Simple Ingredients: Uses pantry staples for an easy, crowd-pleasing treat.

Pro Tips

1. Banana Ripeness: Use overripe bananas for the best flavor and sweetness.
2. Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
3. Add-Ins: Mix in chopped walnuts, pecans, or chocolate chips for extra texture and flavor.

This Snickerdoodle Banana Bread is a cozy, sweet treat that combines two favorite desserts into one irresistible loaf. Enjoy every warm, cinnamon-kissed bite!