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Snickerdoodle Banana Bread

Snickerdoodle Banana Bread: A Cozy, Homemade Delight

This Snickerdoodle Banana Bread transforms overripe bananas into a moist treat, perfect for sharing or savoring solo.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 3 medium Ripe Bananas Use heavily spotted bananas for best flavor
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Substitute half with whole wheat for denser texture
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Honey or maple syrup can lighten the flavor
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Enhances moisture and adds depth
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Ensure it's fresh
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Key ingredient for signature taste
  • 2 large Eggs Can be replaced with a flax egg for vegan option
  • 1/2 cup Butter Use a plant-based substitute for dairy-free
  • 1/2 cup Milk Can substitute with non-dairy alternatives
For the Topping
  • 2 tablespoons Sugar for Topping Optional but recommended for crunch
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Mix with sugar for topping flavor

Equipment

  • Loaf pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Mash your ripe bananas in a large mixing bowl until smooth, leaving a few lumps for texture.
  3. Whisk together melted butter, eggs, and milk in a separate bowl. Fold into the mashed bananas.
  4. Mix flour, baking soda, salt, ground cinnamon, granulated sugar, and brown sugar in another bowl. Stir until evenly distributed.
  5. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet banana mixture using a spatula until just combined.
  6. Grease a loaf pan and pour the batter into it, smoothing the top.
  7. Mix granulated sugar with ground cinnamon and sprinkle over the batter.
  8. Bake for 50-60 minutes. Check for doneness with a toothpick.
  9. Allow the loaf to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Refrigerate for up to a week or freeze for up to 3 months.

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