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Cinnamon Roll Banana Bread Recipe

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This Cinnamon Roll Banana Bread is a delicious vegan twist on a classic favorite, combining the moist texture of banana bread with a sweet cinnamon swirl and topped with a creamy vegan cream cheese frosting. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an anytime treat, this recipe uses wholesome ingredients like oats and maple syrup for natural sweetness and is free from dairy and eggs.

Ingredients

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Bread Batter

  • 3 overripe mashed bananas
  • 4 tbsp melted vegan butter
  • 3/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1 cup unsweetened almond or oat milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 1/2 cup regular or gluten free all purpose flour
  • 1 cup old fashioned rolled oats

Cinnamon Swirl

  • 4 tbsp melted vegan butter
  • 1/3 cup light brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp cinnamon

Vegan Cream Cheese Frosting

  • 3/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp melted vegan butter
  • 2 oz softened vegan cream cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat and prepare pan: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a metal loaf pan with non-stick spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix wet ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, mash the overripe bananas with a fork. Add melted vegan butter, maple syrup, plant-based milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Stir until well combined.
  3. Add dry ingredients: Mix in the all-purpose flour and rolled oats until a uniform batter forms, being careful not to overmix.
  4. Create cinnamon swirl: Transfer the batter to the prepared loaf pan. In a small bowl, combine melted vegan butter, light brown sugar, and cinnamon. Drizzle this cinnamon mixture over the banana bread batter and gently fold with a spoon to create a marbled cinnamon swirl effect.
  5. Bake the bread: Bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes, or until the loaf is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  6. Prepare frosting: While the bread bakes, whisk together melted vegan butter, powdered sugar, and softened vegan cream cheese until smooth and creamy to make the frosting.
  7. Finish and serve: Once the banana bread has cooled for a few minutes, drizzle the vegan cream cheese frosting on top. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

  • Use overripe bananas for the best flavor and natural sweetness.
  • Make sure to check the bread with a toothpick to avoid under or overbaking.
  • For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free all-purpose blend.
  • You can substitute maple syrup with agave nectar or another liquid sweetener if desired.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.

Keywords: cinnamon roll banana bread, vegan banana bread, cinnamon swirl bread, vegan cream cheese frosting, plant based dessert, vegan breakfast bread, gluten free option

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