Description
Snickerdoodle Banana Bread combines moist, flavorful banana bread with a sweet cinnamon-sugar crust. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, this unique twist on a classic is easy to make and utterly delicious.
Ingredients
For the Batter:
- 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
For the Cinnamon-Sugar Topping (Optional):
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- Mash and Mix Wet Ingredients:
- In a large mixing bowl, mash the bananas until smooth. Stir in melted butter, vanilla extract, and egg until fully combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together baking soda, salt, granulated sugar, brown sugar, flour, and cream of tartar.
- Mix the Batter:
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the bread tender.
- Add the Topping (Optional):
- In a small bowl, mix the granulated sugar and cinnamon for the topping.
- Sprinkle half the cinnamon-sugar mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan.
- Pour the batter into the pan, then sprinkle the remaining cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the top.
- Bake:
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. If the top browns too quickly, cover with aluminum foil during the last 10 minutes.
- Cool and Serve:
- Let the banana bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack. Slice and enjoy!
Notes
- Cream of Tartar Substitute: Use 1 teaspoon of lemon juice or white vinegar if needed.
- Add-Ins: Include 1/2 cup chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or raisins for extra texture.
- Gluten-Free Option: Substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50-60 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
