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Banana Bread with Cinnamon Crunch Topping

Banana Bread with Cinnamon Crunch Topping
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This Banana Bread with Cinnamon Crunch Topping recipe combines the moist, tender crumb of classic banana bread with a sweet, cinnamon-spiced crunchy topping. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, this easy-to-make bread uses simple pantry ingredients and delivers a comforting, flavorful treat with a delightful texture contrast.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 3 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free blend for gluten-free option)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Cinnamon Crunch Topping

  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (or gluten-free blend)
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 3 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, diced

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Oven and Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for an easy release.
  2. Make the Cinnamon Crunch Topping: In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, and cold butter. Use your fingers or a pastry cutter to blend until crumbly. Set aside for topping later.
  3. Mix the Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. Add melted butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract, mixing well until combined.
  4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon to evenly distribute the leavening and spices.
  5. Bring It All Together: Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the bread tender.
  6. Bake with the Crunch: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and sprinkle the cinnamon crunch topping evenly over the surface. Bake for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  7. Cool and Enjoy: Allow the banana bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. This helps the topping set perfectly.

Notes

  • Use very ripe bananas for maximum sweetness and moisture.
  • Don’t overmix the batter to keep the bread light and fluffy.
  • Distribute the cinnamon crunch topping evenly for a consistent crispy texture.
  • Start checking doneness at 50 minutes with a toothpick to prevent overbaking.
  • Allow the bread to cool fully before slicing to avoid crumbling and maintain moistness.

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Keywords: banana bread, cinnamon crunch topping, moist banana bread, easy banana bread, breakfast bread, gluten-free banana bread, cinnamon topping

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