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Cinnamon Roll Banana Bread

Cinnamon Roll Banana Bread You'll Crave Again and Again

Delight in every slice of Cinnamon Roll Banana Bread, a vegan and gluten-free treat that marries the flavors of cinnamon rolls with moist banana bread.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 3 pieces Ripe Bananas Use overripe bananas for optimal flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Vegan Butter Can substitute with coconut oil.
  • 1/4 cup Maple Syrup Can swap with agave syrup.
  • 1/2 cup Almond or Oat Milk Any non-dairy milk works.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Use almond extract for a different flavor.
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Ensure freshness for best rise.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Adjust to your liking.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness.
  • 1 1/2 cups Gluten-Free All-Purpose Flour
  • 1/2 cup Rolled Oats Quick oats can be substituted.
For the Cinnamon Swirl
  • 1/4 cup Light Brown Sugar Regular sugar can be used.
  • 2 teaspoons Cinnamon Adjust according to preference.
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Can substitute with stevia for lower sugar.
  • 2 tablespoons Vegan Cream Cheese Can be omitted for simpler glaze.

Equipment

  • Loaf Pan
  • mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
  2. Mash 3 ripe bananas until smooth, then mix in 1/2 cup melted vegan butter, 1/4 cup maple syrup, 1/2 cup almond or oat milk, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until creamy.
  3. Whisk together 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1 1/2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour in a separate bowl. Gradually add this to the wet mixture, stirring gently.
  4. Fold in 1/2 cup rolled oats into the batter, ensuring even distribution without overmixing.
  5. In a small bowl, combine 1/4 cup melted vegan butter, 1/4 cup light brown sugar, and 2 teaspoons cinnamon to create the cinnamon swirl mixture.
  6. Pour half of the banana bread batter into the prepared loaf pan, drizzle half of the cinnamon mixture, then add the remaining batter and top with the rest of the cinnamon mixture, swirling gently.
  7. Bake for 45-55 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  8. Cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Prepare the glaze by whisking 1 cup powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons melted vegan butter, and 2 tablespoons vegan cream cheese until smooth, then drizzle over the cooled bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 180mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Use very ripe bananas for the best sweetness and avoid overmixing to prevent a dense loaf. Cool completely before slicing for best results.

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