Description
This Cinnamon Roll Banana Bread combines the moist texture of classic banana bread with the sweet cinnamon swirl of a cinnamon roll. Perfectly spiced and topped with a luscious vegan cream cheese frosting, this loaf is an irresistible treat for breakfast or dessert, made entirely dairy-free and easily adaptable to gluten-free diets.
Ingredients
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
- Preheat Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a metal loaf pan thoroughly with non-stick spray to ensure easy removal of the bread after baking.
- Prepare Batter: In a large mixing bowl, mash the overripe bananas with a fork. Add the melted vegan butter, maple syrup, plant-based milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Stir well to combine. Gradually add the flour and rolled oats, mixing until a smooth batter forms without overmixing.
- Transfer Batter: Pour and spread the batter evenly into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula or back of a spoon.
- Make Cinnamon Swirl: In a separate small bowl, mix the melted vegan butter, light brown sugar, and cinnamon until fully combined. Drizzle this mixture over the top of the batter in the loaf pan.
- Create Swirl Effect: Using a spoon, gently fold the cinnamon mixture into the batter on top, swirling it to create a marbled cinnamon roll effect without fully mixing it in.
- Bake: Place the loaf pan in the oven and bake for 55-60 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs.
- Prepare Frosting: While the bread is baking, whisk together the powdered sugar, melted vegan butter, and softened vegan cream cheese until smooth and creamy to make the vegan cream cheese frosting.
- Cool and Frost: After baking, allow the banana bread to cool in the pan for a couple of minutes. Then gently drizzle the vegan cream cheese frosting over the top while the loaf is still warm for an extra gooey finish.
- Serve: Slice and enjoy this warm, flavorful vegan banana bread with a rich cinnamon swirl and creamy frosting.
Notes
- Use overripe bananas for the best natural sweetness and moist texture.
- You can substitute plant milk varieties like soy, cashew, or rice milk depending on your preference.
- If gluten-free, ensure use of certified gluten-free flour and oats to avoid cross-contamination.
- Adjust baking time as needed depending on your oven’s calibration and loaf pan size.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerated for up to a week.
- This recipe is naturally vegan and can be made gluten-free.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Baked Goods
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
