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Coffee Cake Banana Bread

A delightful fusion of rich flavors and comforting textures, this easy-to-make Coffee Cake Banana Bread is perfect for any occasion, offering moist bananas and warm cinnamon notes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3-4 medium medium to large bananas Golden and ripe for natural sweetness and moisture.
  • 2 Tbsp brown sugar Provides a rich, caramel-like sweetness.
  • 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract Enhances the flavor with aromatic sweetness.
  • 3/4 tsp ground cinnamon Offers a warm, spicy note that complements the bananas.
  • 1/2 cup softened butter Creamy and rich for texture.
  • 1 cup sugar Sweetens the batter.
  • 2 large eggs Vital for structure and moisture.
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Creates the base for the loaf.
  • 1 tsp baking soda Acts as a leavening agent for fluffiness.
  • 1/4 tsp salt Enhances sweetness.
  • 2 Tbsp sour cream or Greek yogurt Adds richness and moisture.
Crumb Topping
  • 1 tsp cinnamon For extra warmth in the topping.
  • 1 cup flour Part of the crumb topping.
  • 1 cup brown sugar For topping richness.
  • 6 Tbsp cold butter Cut into the topping for a flaky finish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 8x4 inch loaf pans.
  2. In a small bowl, mash the ripe bananas with brown sugar, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon until smooth.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each.
  5. Sift in the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
  6. Add the sour cream (or Greek yogurt) and stir until smooth.
  7. Mix in the mashed banana mixture until fully combined, being careful not to overmix.
  8. In another bowl, combine cinnamon, flour, and brown sugar for the crumb topping.
  9. Cut the cold butter into the topping mix until it resembles coarse crumbs.
  10. Pour the batter into the prepared pans and sprinkle the crumb topping evenly on both loaves.
Baking
  1. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a cake tester comes out clean with a few moist crumbs.
  2. Cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Serving
  1. Slice the Coffee Cake Banana Bread and enjoy it warm or at room temperature.

Notes

Use overripe bananas for sweetness. Ensure butter is at room temperature for best creaming consistency. Optional: Add nuts for texture.