Description
Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavors with this Cinnamon Roll Banana Bread, a cozy treat that marries the sweetness of ripe bananas with the warm spice of cinnamon, reminiscent of your favorite cinnamon rolls. This recipe is perfect for breakfast, dessert, or any gathering, and it boasts an inviting aroma that will fill your kitchen. Plus, it’s vegan and gluten-free, ensuring that everyone can enjoy a slice. Easy to prepare in just 15 minutes, this delicious bread features a cinnamon swirl topping and a creamy glaze for an extra touch of indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 overripe mashed bananas
- 4 tbsp melted vegan butter
- 3/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 cup unsweetened almond or oat milk
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (gluten-free if desired)
- 1 cup rolled oats (for the cinnamon swirl)
- 4 tbsp melted vegan butter (for the cinnamon swirl)
- 1/3 cup light brown sugar (for the cinnamon swirl)
- 2 tbsp cinnamon (for the cinnamon swirl)
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar (for the glaze)
- 2 tbsp melted vegan butter (for the glaze)
- 2 oz softened vegan cream cheese (for the glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, mash bananas and mix in melted vegan butter, maple syrup, almond milk, and vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, combine baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, salt, and flour.
- Gradually fold dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just combined.
- Prepare the cinnamon swirl by mixing oats, melted vegan butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
- Layer half of the batter in a greased loaf pan. Sprinkle half of the swirl mixture on top. Add remaining batter and finish with the rest of the swirl mixture.
- Bake for about 45 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- While cooling, whisk together glaze ingredients until smooth.
- Drizzle glaze over slightly cooled bread before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg