Cinnamon Crumble Banana Bread

Cinnamon Crumble Banana Bread is a delightfully moist and flavorful bread that’s topped with a crunchy cinnamon crumble. It’s not heavy or overly sweet either. I think it’s a perfect anytime treat, and if you’re not a cinnamon fan, feel free to omit the crumble. It will still be undeniably delicious!

If you’re looking for a moist & flavorful bread that’s not overly sweet, you’ve come to the right place. When you make a classic banana bread and pair it with a cinnamon-sugar crumble topping, you get the perfect treat. The addition of the crumble just sends it over the top. I’ve really been in the mood for something cozy and comforting, and this dreamy bread reminds me of home and family gatherings. Not a fan of cinnamon? Don’t worry, it’s still delicious without it.

Kitchen Equipment Needed:

• Mixing bowls
• Whisk
• Spatula
• Measuring cups and spoons
• 9×5 inch loaf pan
• Parchment paper
• Knife
• Cooling rack

Ingredients:

For the Banana Bread:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2-3 bananas)
• 1/4 cup sour cream

For the Cinnamon Crumble Topping:

• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

Directions:

1. Prepare the Loaf Pan:
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×5 inch loaf pan with parchment paper, allowing some overhang on the sides for easy removal, and set aside.
2. Make the Banana Bread Batter:
   • In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.
   • In a large mixing bowl, whisk the melted butter and granulated sugar until combined. Add the eggs and vanilla extract, and whisk until smooth.
   • Stir in the mashed bananas and sour cream until well combined.
   • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
3. Make the Cinnamon Crumble Topping:
   • In a small mixing bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon.
   • Pour in the melted butter and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Assemble the Bread:
   • Pour the banana bread batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly.
   • Sprinkle the cinnamon crumble topping evenly over the batter.
5. Bake:
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. If the top starts to brown too quickly, you can cover it loosely with aluminum foil.
   • Remove from the oven and let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
6. Cool and Serve:
   • Using the parchment paper overhang, lift the bread out of the pan and place it on a cooling rack to cool completely before slicing.

Enjoy your cozy and delicious Cinnamon Crumble Banana Bread! This bread is perfect for breakfast, a snack, or even dessert.