Banana Bread with Coffee Cake Swirl

why make this recipe

Coffee Cake Banana Bread combines two beloved treats into one delightful recipe. It brings together the moistness of ripe bananas and a crunchy crumb topping, making it perfect for any time of the day. The wonderful aromas of baking with cinnamon and brown sugar will fill your kitchen, making it a cozy choice for breakfast or an afternoon snack. Plus, it’s an easy recipe that requires simple ingredients, making it a great way to use up those overripe bananas sitting on your counter.

how to make Coffee Cake Banana Bread

Ingredients :

• 3 ripe bananas, mashed
• 1/3 cup melted butter
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1 large egg, beaten
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• Pinch of salt
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)
• 1/4 cup brown sugar (for crumb topping)
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (for crumb topping)
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon (for crumb topping)
• 2 tablespoons butter (for crumb topping)

Directions :

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the melted butter with the mashed bananas.
3. Mix in the brown sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract.
4. Sprinkle the baking soda and salt over the mixture and stir to combine.
5. Gradually add the flour and mix until just incorporated.
6. If using, fold in the chopped nuts.
7. Pour the batter into the loaf pan.
8. In another bowl, mix together the crumb topping ingredients: brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, and melted butter until crumbly. Sprinkle this over the batter.
9. Bake for about 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
10. Allow the bread to cool before slicing and serving.

how to serve Coffee Cake Banana Bread

Serve slices of Coffee Cake Banana Bread warm or at room temperature. It’s delicious on its own, but you might also enjoy it with a pat of butter or a drizzle of honey. Pair it with a cup of coffee or tea for a lovely breakfast or snack.

how to store Coffee Cake Banana Bread

Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days. If you want to keep it longer, you can freeze the bread. Wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and then in aluminum foil. It can last in the freezer for up to three months. When ready to eat, simply thaw at room temperature or warm it in the oven.

tips to make Coffee Cake Banana Bread

• Make sure your bananas are very ripe for the best flavor and sweetness.
• Mix the batter just until combined to keep the bread tender.
• Feel free to experiment with the nuts; walnuts or pecans are great options.
• To check if the bread is done, it should spring back when lightly touched.

variation (if any)

You can add chocolate chips for a sweet twist or experiment with different spices like nutmeg or ginger for additional flavor. If you don’t have brown sugar, you can use white sugar, though it will change the flavor slightly.

FAQs

1. Can I use frozen bananas?
Yes, frozen bananas work well in this recipe! Just thaw them and mash them before adding to the batter.

2. Is it possible to make this recipe without eggs?
Yes, you can replace the egg with a flaxseed meal mixed with water or applesauce for a vegan option.

3. How do I know when the bread is done baking?
Insert a toothpick into the center of the bread; if it comes out clean or with just a few crumbs, it’s done. If it has wet batter on it, bake for a few more minutes and check again.

Coffee Cake Banana Bread

A delightful combination of moist banana bread and a crunchy crumb topping, perfect for breakfast or a snack.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 1 hour hr

Total Time 1 hour hr 15 minutes mins

Course Breakfast, Snack

Cuisine American

Servings 8 slices

Calories 220 kcal

Ingredients

  

Main Ingredients

• 3 pieces ripe bananas, mashed Make sure your bananas are very ripe for the best flavor and sweetness.
• 1/3 cup melted butter
• 1 cup brown sugar Used in the batter.
• 1 large egg, beaten Can be replaced with flaxseed meal mixed with water or applesauce for a vegan option.
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 pinch salt
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup chopped nuts, optional Walnuts or pecans are great options.

Crumb Topping

• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted

Instructions

 

Preparation

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
• In a mixing bowl, combine the melted butter with the mashed bananas.
• Mix in the brown sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract.
• Sprinkle the baking soda and salt over the mixture and stir to combine.
• Gradually add the flour and mix until just incorporated.
• If using, fold in the chopped nuts.
• Pour the batter into the loaf pan.

Crumb Topping

• In another bowl, mix together the crumb topping ingredients: brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, and melted butter until crumbly.
• Sprinkle this over the batter.

Baking

• Bake for about 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
• Allow the bread to cool before slicing and serving.

Notes

Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days. To keep longer, freeze the bread wrapped tightly in plastic wrap and aluminum foil. It can last in the freezer for up to three months. Thaw at room temperature or warm in the oven.

Keyword Banana Bread, Coffee Cake, Coffee Cake Banana Bread, Dessert, snack