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Deliciously moist cinnamon crumb banana bread for comfort baking

Cozy Cinnamon Crumb Banana Bread

This banana bread is soft, moist, and the perfect blend of sweet banana and warm cinnamon flavors, making it a crowd-pleaser for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3 pcs ripe bananas, mashed Use overripe bananas for better flavor.
  • 1/3 cup melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
For the Crumb Topping
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup cold butter, cubed Ensure butter is cold for the crumb topping.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 4x8 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth. Stir in the melted butter.
  3. Mix in the baking soda and salt, then add the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract. Stir until combined.
  4. Gradually mix in the flour until just incorporated.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
Crumb Topping
  1. In a separate bowl, prepare your crumb topping. Combine the flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
  2. Add the cold cubed butter and mix until it resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Sprinkle the crumb topping evenly over the banana bread batter.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  2. Let cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

Allow the bread to cool before slicing for cleaner cuts. Store any leftovers in an airtight container.