Why This Cinnamon Streusel Banana Bread is a Must-Try?

Banana bread is a classic, but adding a cinnamon streusel topping elevates it to a whole new level. The streusel adds a crispy, sweet, and slightly spiced layer that contrasts the moist, tender banana bread just perfectly! Plus, it fills your kitchen with an IRRESISTIBLE aroma!

Why You’ll Love this Cinnamon Streusel Banana Bread Recipe!

• This banana bread is so moist! When it comes to quick breads, one thing I do not like is when it is extremely dry! This banana bread is soft, and moist!
• The cinnamon streusel topping is just so buttery and delicious! It also adds great texture to the banana bread!
• Super easy to make! Banana bread is easy to make, and you probably already have majority of the ingredients in your pantry!
• Great way to use up those overripe bananas!
  • Don’t have overripe bananas but still want to make this recipe? No worries! Try this easy trick! Simply place unpeeled bananas on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake at 300°F for 15-20 minutes! The peel will become very soft and turn black. Allow the bananas to cool before peeling and mashing!

Let’s Talk: Cinnamon Streusel Topping

I can’t forget about how delicious this topping is! It pairs so perfectly with the banana bread! The streusel topping adds a warm cinnamon flavor, and adds a nice sweet crunchy touch to the topping!

When making this recipe, I found that making the cinnamon streusel topping early is a key step. It will give the topping some time to chill in the fridge while you make the banana bread batter. Chilling the streusel topping allows for the flour to absorb some of the moisture. It also gives the the butter some time to firm up a bit. This will result in a crumbly texture! But don’t worry it doesn’t require an overnight chill or even an hour! Simply make the topping first, and pop it in the fridge while you make the banana bread batter!

Once its time to use the cinnamon streusel topping you will notice that the there will be different size crumbs. Break them up ever so slightly with your hands or with a fork. You will then sprinkle the cinnamon streusel all over the top of the banana bread right before baking.

Ingredients You’ll Need

The ingredients for the banana bread are very simple. For the banana bread batter you will need:

• all-purpose flour
• teaspoon ground cinnamon
• baking soda
• salt
• large egg + egg yolk
• granulated sugar
• melted unsalted butter
• sour cream
• vanilla
• mashed bananas

For the Cinnamon Streusel Topping:

• melted unsalted butter
• all-purpose flour
• light brown sugar
• granulated sugar
• ground cinnamon

Step-by-Step Instructions

STEP 1: Preheat Your Oven to 350°F. Spray a 9×5 loaf pan with baking spray, and line with parchment paper. Set aside.

STEP 2: In a small bowl, prepare the streusel. Mix together the unsalted butter, all-purpose flour, light brown sugar, sugar, and cinnamon. Mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Place in the refrigerator while you prepare the banana bread.

STEP 3: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, ground cinnamon, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

STEP 4: In a large bowl, whisk together the sugar, melted unsalted butter, sour cream, egg, egg yolk, and vanilla. Then mix in the mashed bananas until combined.

STEP 5: Fold in the flour mixture into the wet ingredients. Stir just until combined to avoid over mixing.

STEP 6: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Evenly sprinkle the cinnamon streusel mixture over the top of the batter.

STEP 7: Bake for 60-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

STEP 8: Allow the banana bread to cool completely before slicing! Once cooled completely, dust with powdered sugar! (optional)

See the recipe card below for exact measurements!

Tips for the Perfect Cinnamon Streusel Banana Bread

• Use Overripe Bananas: For the best flavor and sweetness, use bananas that are very ripe.
• Do NOT over mix: Mix the batter until just combined to ensure a tender loaf.
• Make sure the oven is preheated before placing the banana bread into the oven! Preheat the oven to 350°F with the oven rack in the center. This allows for a more even bake!
• Use a 9×5 light-colored loaf pan! This size pan is perfect for the amount of batter that this recipe makes! This material also conducts heat more evenly and results in a more even bake!
• Grease and line the loaf pan with parchment paper! This will help ensure that your banana bread does not get stuck in the pan. I like to cut the parchment paper and leave the sides hanging a little over the pan. This makes it easy to lift it out of the pan once it is cooled!

How to Store the Banana Bread

• If the banana bread has not been cut into slices, you can leave it in the loaf pan and cover it with plastic wrap/aluminum foil.
• If the banana bread is already sliced, place the slices in an air-tight container.

This banana bread will last up to 4-5 days at room temperature!

Banana bread also freezes perfectly! Simply slice, and wrap each banana bread slice with plastic wrap. Place all the the wrapped slices into a freezer safe resealable bag. To defrost the frozen banana bread, allow it to come to room temperature for about 30-40 minutes. Alternatively, warm it up in the oven at 350ºF.

For even more banana related recipes, check out my:

• Double Chocolate Banana Pecan Muffins
• Banana Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies

This Cinnamon Streusel Banana Bread is sure to become a go-to recipe for a comforting, delicious treat! This banana bread is delightful and offers a delicious experience with every bite! I hope you give this recipe a try!

I’d love to see you recreate this recipe! Be sure to tag me in your banana bread recreations @Sufratee on Instagram. Let me know in the comments what you think about this recipe!