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Delicious cinnamon roll banana bread topped with icing, perfect for vegan dessert.

Cinnamon Roll Banana Bread

This Cinnamon Roll Banana Bread combines the best of both worlds: soft, gooey banana bread with a delightful cinnamon swirl. Perfect for breakfast or a sweet treat!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Wet Ingredients
  • 2 cups overripe mashed bananas The riper, the better for sweetness.
  • 1/3 cup melted vegan butter Plus extra for swirl.
  • 1/2 cup maple syrup For sweetness and moisture.
  • 1/2 cup almond or oat milk Can substitute with any plant milk.
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract Use good quality for best flavor.
Dry Ingredients
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
Swirl and Glaze Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup melted vegan butter For cinnamon swirl.
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar For cinnamon swirl.
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon For cinnamon swirl.
  • 1 cup powdered sugar For glaze.
  • 1/4 cup melted vegan butter For glaze.
  • 1/4 cup softened vegan cream cheese For glaze.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, mix together the wet ingredients: mashed bananas, melted vegan butter, maple syrup, almond milk, and vanilla extract.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, oats, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
Combining and Swirling
  1. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  2. For the swirl, mix together the melted vegan butter, light brown sugar, and cinnamon to form a paste.
  3. Spread half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan, dollop the swirl mixture over it, and top with the remaining batter.
  4. Use a knife to swirl the batter for that cinnamon roll effect.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for about 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  2. Let it cool completely before applying the glaze, which is made by mixing powdered sugar, melted vegan butter, and softened vegan cream cheese.

Notes

Store leftovers wrapped loosely in foil at room temperature for 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days. This bread can also be sliced and frozen for later use.