Snickerdoodle Banana Bread
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Soft, tender banana bread topped with a crackly cinnamon sugar crust. This easy Snickerdoodle Banana Bread recipe is perfect for using up overripe bananas and is a great recipe to make with the kids – whether you enjoy it for breakfast, as an afternoon treat or tuck it into lunchboxes. It also makes a thoughtful homemade gift.
BEST Snickerdoodle Banana Bread Recipe
We love snickerdoodles in this house so much that we named our first cat Snickerdoodle! So, naturally I try to include that irresistible cinnamon-sugar flavor into just about any dessert or recipe I can and it’s the perfect addition to a tender, sweet loaf of banana bread.
While I tend to make our sugar-free banana bread a couple times a month (and honestly think it rivals any version with sugar), every once in a while you have to go with a classic… with maybe a little twist.
This banana bread is perfectly tender and soft without falling apart. The key to avoiding your banana bread becoming gummy is to avoid overmixing the batter. With breads and muffins, it’s better to err on undermixing (and even leave a couple streaks of flour) rather than overmixing. The crisp, sweet topping of cinnamon sugar takes seconds to whip up and sprinkle on top but really transforms this banana bread into a decadent treat rather than just your average loaf.
Snickerdoodle Banana Bread combines overripe bananas, cinnamon and a crisp cinnamon-sugar topping for a soft, flavorful quick bread that’s easy to make with pantry staples. Perfect for breakfast, snacks or dessert, this homemade banana bread recipe delivers classic snickerdoodle flavor in every tender slice.
Why You’ll Love This Snickerdoodle Banana Bread
Why You’ll Love This Snickerdoodle Banana Bread- A soft, moist banana bread with the nostalgic flavor of a classic snickerdoodle cookie.
- Uses simple pantry ingredients and overripe bananas you may already have on hand.
- Perfect for breakfast, brunch, lunchboxes, bake sales, holiday gatherings, and more!
Snackable History Fact: Snickerdoodle cookies, known for their signature cinnamon-sugar coating, have roots that trace back to German or Dutch baking influences but their current form originated in 1900s New England. There are lots of theories behind their quirky name, whether originating from the German Schneckennudeln (a rolled up cinnamon-sugar pastry) or the Dutch word “snekrad” which means crinkled or wrinkled, but the -doodle seems to just be a whimsical addition from New England bakers.
Banana bread rose to popularity during the early twentieth century as home bakers looked for ways to use overripe bananas rather than waste them. Bringing the two together creates a loaf that captures the best qualities of both classics.
Recipe FAQs
Overripe bananas are sweeter, softer and easier to incorporate into the batter. They also contribute more moisture and impart a stronger banana flavor than less ripe bananas.
Yes, allow the loaf to cool completely, wrap tightly and freeze for up to three months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.
You can also wrap and freeze individual slices for up to 2 months.
Yes, divide the batter among lined muffin cups and bake at 350°F for approximately 18 to 22 minutes.
Insert a toothpick into the center. It should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs attached, but no wet batter.
Cinnamon Banana Bread Ingredients
Cinnamon Banana Bread Ingredients- All-Purpose Flour
- Salt
- Baking Soda
- Cinnamon, divided
- Butter, softened
- Vegetable Oil
- Medium-sized Bananas, overripe
- Egg
- White Sugar
- Milk
Scroll down to the printable recipe card for full measurements.
Tip: vanilla is always a welcome addition in banana bread – add a teaspoon, if desired.
Kitchen Tools You May Find Helpful
- Loaf pan
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Mixing Bowl
- Wooden spoon or spatula – I like these spatulas because they are one solid piece and don’t have removable heads for bacteria to get trapped underneath. Plus they are heat-resistant and have a lifetime warranty.
- Electric mixer <– this is a great hand mixer if you don’t want to make the investment into a stand mixer
How to Make Snickerdoodle Banana Bread
How to Make Snickerdoodle Banana BreadPreheat oven to 350F.
Grease a loaf pan and set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, 1 Tablespoon of the cinnamon, salt and baking soda. Set aside.
In a large bowl, beat together the butter, oil and 3/4 cup of the white sugar until light and fluffy.
Beat in the bananas and egg, then the dry ingredients, followed by the milk.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
In a small bowl, combine remaining 1 Tablespoon cinnamon and 1/4 cup of white sugar and then sprinkle over the top of the bread.
Bake for 50-55 minutes until an inserted toothpick comes out clean.
(If the top of the bread is browning too much, cover lightly with tinfoil towards the end of the baking time.)
Cinnamon Banana Bread Recipe Variations:
- Cream Cheese Swirl Version: Swirl softened sweetened cream cheese through the batter before baking for a cheesecake-inspired twist.
- Pecan Cinnamon Banana Bread: Fold 3/4 cup chopped toasted pecans into the batter for added texture and nutty flavor.
- Chocolate Chip Snickerdoodle Bread: Add 1 cup cinnamon chips or semi-sweet chocolate chips to create a dessert-style loaf.
- Cinnamon Swirl Bread: Double the cinnamon-sugar topping and add half to the center of the loaf (by adding half of the batter to the pan, half of the cinnamon-sugar mixture, then the remaining batter followed by the remaining topping) to create a flavorful cinnamon-sugar swirl to the center of the loaf.
Tips for the Perfect Banana Bread
- Opt for overripe bananas. Look for bananas with heavily speckled or nearly black peels. The riper they are, the sweeter and more flavorful the loaf will be.
- A few streaks of flour is better than overmixing. Overmixing the batter can develop excess gluten and create a heavy texture. Mix only until the ingredients are combined.
- Bring the egg to room temperature. A room-temperature egg incorporates more smoothly into the batter and helps create a more even texture.
- Measure flour carefully. Too much flour can result in dry banana bread. Spoon flour into the measuring cup and level it off rather than scooping directly from the bag.
- Let the loaf cool before slicing. Allowing the bread to rest for at least 20 to 30 minutes helps the crumb set and prevents it from becoming gummy.
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Snickerdoodle Banana Bread
Snickerdoodle Banana Bread combines overripe bananas, cinnamon and a crisp cinnamon-sugar topping for a soft, flavorful quick bread that's easy to make with pantry staples. Perfect for breakfast, snacks or dessert, this homemade banana bread recipe delivers classic snickerdoodle flavor in every tender slice.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Baking Soda
- 2 Tablespoons Cinnamon, divided
- 1/4 cup Butter, softened
- 1/4 cup Vegetable Oil
- 2 Medium-sized Bananas, overripe (about 1 cup)
- 1 Egg
- 1 cup White Sugar
- 1 cup Milk
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350F.
- Grease a loaf pan and set aside.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, 1 Tablespoon of the cinnamon, salt and baking soda. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat together the butter, oil and 3/4 cup of the white sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the bananas and egg, then the dry ingredients, followed by the milk.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
- In a small bowl, combine remaining 1 Tablespoon cinnamon and 1/4 cup of white sugar and then sprinkle over the top of the bread.
- Bake for 50-55 minutes until an inserted toothpick comes out clean.
- (If the top of the bread is browning too much, cover lightly with tinfoil towards the end of the baking time.)
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Nutrition Information:
Yield:
10Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 501Total Fat: 14gSaturated Fat: 5gUnsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 54mgSodium: 426mgCarbohydrates: 89gFiber: 3gSugar: 53gProtein: 7g
Sugar, Spice and Glitter uses an auto-generate nutrition calculator. Nutrition information isn’t always accurate unless analyzed in a scientific lab, so these should be considered more of a guideline than medical information.
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