Introduction

This Cinnamon Roll Banana Bread combines the comforting flavors of cinnamon rolls with moist, flavorful banana bread. With a sweet cinnamon swirl and a creamy vegan frosting, it’s a delightful treat perfect for breakfast or dessert.

The image shows a loaf of banana bread with chocolate swirl, placed on a white marble cutting board. The bread has an outer crust of deep brown color with a rough texture, while the inside has a soft light brown base mixed with dark brown chocolate swirls in a spiral pattern. The loaf is sliced to show the detailed layers inside. In the background, there are bananas, a jar with brown powder, a tall glass of milk, a white plate with a slice of the bread, and cinnamon sticks on the white marbled surface. The overall setting is bright and clean. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

3 overripe mashed bananas
4 tablespoons melted vegan butter
¾ cup maple syrup
1 cup unsweetened almond or oat milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1½ teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon cinnamon
¼ teaspoon salt
1½ cups regular or gluten free all purpose flour
1 cup old fashioned rolled oats
4 tablespoons melted vegan butter (for cinnamon swirl)
⅓ cup light brown sugar (for cinnamon swirl)
2 tablespoons cinnamon (for cinnamon swirl)
¾ cup powdered sugar (for frosting)
2 tablespoons melted vegan butter (for frosting)
2 oz softened vegan cream cheese (for frosting)

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
Step 2: In a bowl, mix the mashed bananas, melted vegan butter, maple syrup, almond milk, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Step 3: Add baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, salt, flour, and oats to the wet ingredients. Stir gently until just combined.
Step 4: Pour half of the batter evenly into the prepared loaf pan.
Step 5: In a small bowl, combine melted vegan butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon for the swirl. Spread half of this mixture evenly over the batter in the pan.
Step 6: Add the remaining batter on top, then spread the rest of the cinnamon swirl mixture over it.
Step 7: Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Step 8: Allow the bread to cool completely in the pan before frosting.
Step 9: For the frosting, mix powdered sugar, melted vegan butter, and softened vegan cream cheese until smooth. Spread evenly over the cooled bread.
Step 10: Slice, serve, and enjoy your delicious cinnamon roll banana bread.

Tips & Variations

Use ripe bananas for the best natural sweetness and moist texture.
Swap maple syrup with agave nectar or brown rice syrup if preferred.
Try adding chopped nuts or vegan chocolate chips for extra texture.
For a gluten-free version, ensure you use certified gluten-free flour and oats.
If you like a stronger cinnamon flavor, increase the cinnamon in the swirl mix slightly.

Storage

Store the banana bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, refrigerate for up to a week or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat slices gently in the oven or microwave before serving.

How to Serve

The image shows several thick slices of moist banana bread arranged on a wooden cutting board. Each slice has a speckled light brown color with darker spots from mashed bananas and bits of nuts or spices inside. Thin white lines of icing drizzle irregularly across the top of the slices, adding a creamy texture that contrasts with the denser bread below. Crumbs from the bread are scattered near the edges, suggesting a soft and crumbly texture. The background is a white marbled surface with a folded green cloth partially visible on the right side. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use regular butter instead of vegan butter?

Yes, you can substitute regular butter if you are not avoiding dairy. The recipe will still turn out delicious.

How do I know when the banana bread is fully baked?

The bread is done when a toothpick or skewer inserted into the center comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs attached.

Cinnamon Roll Banana Bread Recipe

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This Cinnamon Roll Banana Bread is a moist, flavorful vegan treat combining the classic comfort of banana bread with a luscious cinnamon swirl and creamy vegan cream cheese frosting. Perfect for breakfast or dessert, it features wholesome ingredients like rolled oats and is sweetened naturally with maple syrup, making it a delightful twist on traditional banana bread.

Author: Marco
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 55 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Yield: 1 loaf (about 10–12 slices) 1x
Category: Breakfast, Snack, Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegan

Ingredients

Scale

Bread Batter

3 overripe mashed bananas
4 tablespoons melted vegan butter
¾ cup maple syrup
1 cup unsweetened almond or oat milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1½ teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon cinnamon
¼ teaspoon salt
1½ cups regular or gluten free all purpose flour
1 cup old fashioned rolled oats

Cinnamon Swirl

4 tablespoons melted vegan butter
⅓ cup light brown sugar
2 tablespoons cinnamon

Frosting

¾ cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons melted vegan butter
2 oz softened vegan cream cheese

Instructions

Preheat and prepare pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan thoroughly to prevent sticking and set aside.
Mix wet ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the mashed bananas, melted vegan butter, maple syrup, almond or oat milk, and vanilla extract. Stir until fully blended, creating a smooth wet mixture.
Add dry ingredients: To the wet mixture, add baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, salt, all-purpose flour, and rolled oats. Stir gently but thoroughly until just combined without overmixing to maintain a tender crumb.
Layer batter and cinnamon swirl: Pour half of the batter into the greased loaf pan. In a separate bowl, mix melted vegan butter, light brown sugar, and cinnamon to make the cinnamon swirl. Spread half of this swirl mixture evenly over the batter in the pan.
Add second batter layer and swirl top: Pour the remaining batter over the cinnamon swirl layer carefully. Then spread the remaining cinnamon swirl mixture on top of the batter to create layers of cinnamon goodness.
Bake: Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 50-60 minutes. Test doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean or with just a few moist crumbs.
Cool the bread: Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before frosting to prevent melting and sliding of the frosting.
Prepare frosting: In a bowl, blend powdered sugar, melted vegan butter, and softened vegan cream cheese until smooth and creamy, perfect for spreading.
Frost the bread: Once the banana bread is completely cool, spread the vegan cream cheese frosting evenly over the top for a rich finish.
Serve and enjoy: Slice the bread and serve as a delightful breakfast or snack, savoring the flavors of cinnamon and banana with the creamy frosting.

Notes

Use ripe bananas for maximum sweetness and moisture.
Ensure the bread is completely cool before frosting to avoid melting the frosting.
Feel free to substitute almond milk with any plant-based milk according to preference.
For a gluten free option, use gluten free all purpose flour blend.
Store leftovers covered at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
The cinnamon swirl can be adjusted for more or less sweetness by varying the brown sugar amount.

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