Description
Cinnamon Roll Banana Bread is a delightful fusion of flavors that combines the comforting sweetness of ripe bananas with the warm spices of cinnamon. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, this easy-to-make loaf will quickly become a family favorite. Not only is it vegan and gluten-free, but it’s also made with wholesome ingredients that make each slice a treat you can feel good about. The marbled cinnamon swirl adds an irresistible touch, while the optional cream cheese frosting elevates it to a new level of indulgence. Whether served warm or at room temperature, this cozy banana bread is sure to please.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 overripe bananas
- 4 tbsp melted vegan butter
- 3/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 cup almond or oat milk
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (regular or gluten-free)
- 1 cup rolled oats
- Cinnamon swirl mixture (4 tbsp melted vegan butter, 1/3 cup brown sugar, 2 tbsp cinnamon)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a greased loaf pan.
- In a mixing bowl, blend mashed bananas, melted vegan butter, maple syrup, almond milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- In another bowl, mix baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, salt, flour, and oats.
- Combine the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Prepare the cinnamon swirl by mixing melted vegan butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon in a small bowl.
- Layer half of the batter in the loaf pan followed by half of the cinnamon mixture; repeat layers.
- Swirl through with a knife for a marbled effect and bake for about 45 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cooling before serving; drizzle with optional cream cheese frosting if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg