Why You’ll Love It

• Combines the warm flavors of banana bread with the sweet, spicy crunch of snickerdoodles.
• A texture that is very wet and soft
• A great technique to use up bananas that are too ripe
• Simple to make with things you probably already have in your kitchen.
• Good for breakfast, a snack, or perhaps dessert.
• It freezes well so you may enjoy it later.

Basic Info

• Time to get ready: 15 minutes
• Time to cook: 50 to 60 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour and 15 minutes
• Makes 8 to 10 slices.
• Type: Bread
• Method: Baking
• Origin: American food
• Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

• 3 ripe bananas, mashed
• ½ cup of sugar
• ¼ cup of brown sugar
• Melted ½ cup of unsalted butter
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
• 1 ¾ cups of flour for all purposes
• 1 teaspoon of baking powder
• ½ teaspoon of baking soda
• ½ teaspoon of salt
• 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
• ¼ cup of milk

Cinnamon-Sugar Topping:

• 2 teaspoons of sugar in granules
• 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon

Instructions

1. Set the oven to 350°F (175°C). Put some grease and flour on a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
2. In a big mixing bowl, mash the bananas until they are smooth.
3. Mix the wet ingredients together: brown sugar, granulated sugar, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla essence. Mix until everything is mixed together.
4. Whisk together the dry ingredients: In a another dish, mix together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
5. Mix the two mixtures together by adding the dry components to the wet ones a little at a time, along with the milk. Blend till everything is mixed in.

6. Put the batter in the prepared loaf pan and smooth up the top.
7. Evenly sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the batter.
8. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick stuck in the middle comes out clean.
9. Before moving the bread to a wire rack, let it sit in the pan for 10 minutes.
10. Cut and enjoy!

Tips & Variations

• For the sweetest and moistest results, choose bananas that are very ripe.
• To keep the bread soft and tender, don’t mix the batter too much.
• Nutty Twist: For extra crunch, add ½ cup of chopped walnuts or pecans.
• Chocolate Delight: Add 1/2 cup of chocolate chips to make it more sweeter.
• For a cheesecake-like layer, combine cream cheese and sugar together and swirl it in.
• If you don’t eat gluten, you can use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend instead of all-purpose flour.
• Add a teaspoon of cinnamon to the mixture for an even stronger snickerdoodle flavor.

Storage Advice

• Room Temperature: Keep in a container that won’t let air in for up to three days.
• In the fridge: Keep it in a sealed container for up to a week.
• Freezer: Wrap each slice separately and freeze for up to three months. Let it thaw at room temperature or heat it in the microwave for 20 to 30 seconds.

FAQs

How ripe should the bananas be for this dish?

The more ripe, the better! Bananas with brown patches or peels that are completely brown are best since they are sweeter and moister.

Is it okay to use whole wheat flour instead of all-purpose flour?

Yes, however it might make the bread thicker. For a balanced texture, you can use half whole wheat and half all-purpose flour.

Instead of a loaf, can I transform this into muffins?

Of course! Put the batter into a muffin tin and bake it for 18 to 22 minutes at 350°F (175°C).

How do you mash bananas the best way?

Use a fork or potato masher to mash them until they are smooth, but leave a few little lumps for texture.

Is it possible to cut back on the sugar?

Yes, but the bread might not be as sweet. You can cut back on the sugar a little or use honey or maple syrup instead.

Why is my banana bread so dry?

If you mix the mixture too much or bake it for too long, it can get dry. Mix until everything is mixed in, then use a toothpick to check if it’s done.

Can I put a glaze on this bread?

Yes! A plain vanilla or cream cheese icing would go wonderfully with the cinnamon-sugar topping.

Should I put the bread in the fridge?

Not always. It stays fresh at room temperature for a few days, but putting it in the fridge makes it last longer.

Can I do this without dairy?

Yes! Instead of conventional milk, use almond, oat, or soy milk and a plant-based butter alternative.

How can I tell when the bread is done baking?

Put a toothpick in the middle. If it comes out clean or with a few wet crumbs, the food is done.