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Blueberry Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread

Blueberry Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread for Cozy Mornings

This Blueberry Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread is a delicious treat that turns overripe bananas into a delightful breakfast option.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Substitute with a gluten-free blend for a gluten-free option.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Acts as a leavening agent.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Infuses warmth.
  • 3 pieces Ripe Bananas Offers natural sweetness.
  • 0.5 cup Granulated Sugar Primary sweetener.
  • 0.5 cup Brown Sugar Adds depth.
  • 2 large Eggs Binds ingredients.
  • 0.33 cup Neutral Oil (Vegetable/Coconut/Canola) Keeps the bread moist.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Elevates flavor.
  • 1 cup Fresh or Frozen Blueberries Keep frozen unthawed.
For the Cinnamon Swirl
  • 0.25 cup Brown Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
Optional Toppings
  • 2 tablespoons Raw Sugar For a crunchy topping.
  • 0.5 cup Rolled Oats For added texture.
  • 1 cup Additional Blueberries For extra flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon To enhance flavor.

Equipment

  • Loaf Pan
  • mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Knife
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
  3. In a large bowl, mash bananas and mix with granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, oil, and vanilla until smooth.
  4. Gradually blend the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, then fold in blueberries.
  5. In a small bowl, mix brown sugar and cinnamon for the swirl.
  6. Layer half of the batter, sprinkle half the cinnamon mix, add remaining batter, then top with the rest of the swirl mixture.
  7. Bake for 55-65 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 28mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 4mg

Notes

This banana bread is perfect for breakfast, snacks, or light desserts, and can be frozen for later enjoyment.

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