Cinnamon Streusel Banana Bread

This Cinnamon Streusel Banana Bread takes my classic banana bread recipe up a notch! The combination of ripe bananas, warm cinnamon, and a buttery streusel topping makes this bread irresistible. Perfect for breakfast, a snack, or even dessert, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your household.

Ingredients for Cinnamon Streusel Banana Bread:

For the Banana Bread:

• 3 bananas
• ½ cup butter, melted
• ¾ cup granulated sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 cup milk chocolate chips (optional)

For the Cinnamon Streusel Topping:

• 3 tablespoons flour
• ¼ cup brown sugar
• 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 3 tablespoons butter, slightly softened and cut into pieces

Instructions for Cinnamon Streusel Banana Bread:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a bread loaf pan, then set it aside.
2. Prepare the Banana Bread Batter:
   • In a medium-sized bowl, mash the bananas until smooth.
   • Add the melted butter, granulated sugar, egg, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas. Stir to combine.
   • Add the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon to the wet ingredients. Mix until everything is well blended.
   • If using, fold in the milk chocolate chips.
3. Prepare the Cinnamon Streusel Topping:
   • In a separate bowl, mix together the flour, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and cinnamon.
   • Add the slightly softened butter to the dry ingredients. Use a fork or your fingers to mix until the mixture is crumbly and well combined.
4. Assemble and Bake:
   • Pour the banana bread batter into the prepared loaf pan.
   • Evenly sprinkle the cinnamon streusel topping over the batter.
   • Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 50 minutes. Check the bread after 50 minutes and continue baking in two-minute increments until a toothpick or knife inserted into the center comes out clean.
5. Cool and Serve:
   • Let the banana bread cool in the pan before slicing.
   • Serve with butter for an extra indulgent treat. Enjoy!

Moist, Super Soft, Banana Bread

This Cinnamon Streusel Banana Bread is a perfect blend of flavors and textures. The bread is so moist and the perfect for a cozy Sunday snack. Whether you enjoy it warm from the oven or toasted with some butter, this recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. I love making this recipe to win people over. Happy baking!