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Cinnamon Crumb Banana Bread

Cinnamon Crumb Banana Bread: A Cozy Bite of Happiness

Cinnamon Crumb Banana Bread is the ultimate comfort food, transforming overripe bananas into a tasty treat adorned with crunchy, cinnamon-laden crumbs.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Banana Bread
  • 3-4 bananas Ripe Bananas Ensure very ripe with dark spots for natural sweetness.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Brown sugar can be used for richer flavor.
  • 1.5 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with whole wheat or gluten-free.
  • 1 large Egg Use a flax egg for a vegan option.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Check for freshness to ensure rise.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Freshly ground enhances flavor.
  • 0.5 cup Butter Use melted coconut oil for dairy-free.
For the Crumb Topping
  • 0.5 cup Brown Sugar Adds crunch and sweetness.
  • 0.5 cup Flour Use the same flour as the bread.

Equipment

  • loaf pan
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • Fork
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a standard loaf pan.
  2. Mash 3–4 ripe bananas until smooth with minimal lumps.
  3. Add sugar, melted butter, and one beaten egg to the bananas; mix until velvety.
  4. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, and cinnamon; stir into banana mixture until combined.
  5. Mix brown sugar, flour, and a pinch of cinnamon for the crumb topping; add melted butter.
  6. Pour banana batter into the greased pan; sprinkle crumb topping evenly.
  7. Bake for 60–65 minutes, checking doneness with a toothpick.
  8. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use very ripe bananas and ensure baking soda is fresh. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

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