Snickerdoodle Banana Bread
Snickerdoodle Banana Bread is a delightful treat that combines the classic flavors of banana bread with the sweet and spicy goodness of snickerdoodles. This recipe is easy to follow and perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. It will fill your kitchen with an amazing aroma that makes everyone want to gather around!
Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas mashed
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- Pinch of salt
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar packed
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar for topping
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon for topping
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- In a large bowl, combine the mashed bananas and melted butter. Mix well.
- Stir in the vanilla extract and the egg until the mixture is smooth.
- Add the granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking soda, salt, cream of tartar, and cinnamon. Mix everything until it’s well combined.
- Gently fold in the all-purpose flour until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- In a small bowl, mix the 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon for the topping.
- Pour half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Sprinkle half of the cinnamon-sugar mixture on top. Then, add the remaining batter and finish with the rest of the topping.
- Bake in your preheated oven for 55–65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
- Slice and enjoy your Snickerdoodle Banana Bread!
Notes
How to Serve Snickerdoodle Banana Bread
Snickerdoodle Banana Bread is wonderful served warm or at room temperature. You can enjoy it plain, or add a smear of butter for extra richness. A cup of coffee or tea on the side makes it even better!
How to Store Snickerdoodle Banana Bread
To store your Snickerdoodle Banana Bread, wrap it in plastic wrap or aluminum foil. You can keep it at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate it for about a week. If you want to keep it longer, slice it and freeze it for up to 3 months.
Tips to Make Snickerdoodle Banana Bread
- Use overripe bananas for the best flavor and sweetness.
- Don’t overmix the batter; this helps keep the bread tender.
- For an extra cinnamon kick, feel free to add more cinnamon to the batter or topping!