Description
Snickerdoodle Banana Bread is an irresistible fusion of two beloved treats: the moistness of classic banana bread and the warm, inviting flavor of snickerdoodle cookies. This delightful loaf is an excellent way to use overripe bananas while satisfying your sweet cravings. With its tender crumb and a crunchy cinnamon-sugar topping, it’s perfect for breakfast, snacks, or as a cozy dessert. Whether enjoyed alone or paired with your favorite beverage, this Snickerdoodle Banana Bread will charm everyone at the table.
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
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (for topping)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
- Add granulated sugar, brown sugar, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla; mix well.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients into wet mixture; alternate adding milk until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan; smooth the top with a spatula.
- Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar topping evenly over the batter.
- Bake for 50–60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 204
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 41mg
Keywords: Use very ripe bananas for maximum sweetness and moisture. Avoid overmixing to keep the bread tender. Customize by adding nuts or chocolate chips for added texture.
