Go Back
–+ servings
Cinnamon Roll Banana Bread

Cinnamon Roll Banana Bread: A Cozy, Vegan Delight!

This Cinnamon Roll Banana Bread combines the comforting flavors of cinnamon rolls with moist banana bread, perfect for a vegan and gluten-free treat.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 3 overripe mashed bananas Use ripe bananas for optimal sweetness and moisture.
  • 1/4 cup melted vegan butter Add richness; substitute with regular butter if desired.
  • 1/2 cup maple syrup Sweetens beautifully; agave syrup is a great alternative.
  • 1 cup unsweetened almond or oat milk Any plant-based milk works well.
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract Enhances flavor; can be omitted if keeping it simple.
  • 1 tbsp baking powder Ensure freshness for a great rise.
  • 1 tsp baking soda Ensure freshness for a great rise.
  • 2 tbsp cinnamon Signature cinnamon roll flavor; adjust for extra warmth.
  • 1/2 tsp salt Essential for balancing sweetness.
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Substitute with a gluten-free blend if needed.
  • 1/2 cup old fashioned rolled oats Adds hearty texture; omit for smoother bread.
For the Cinnamon Swirl
  • 1/4 cup light brown sugar Sweetens and deepens flavor in swirl.
  • 1 tbsp cinnamon Increase for extra spice.
For the Vegan Frosting
  • 1 cup powdered sugar Provides sweetness for frosting.
  • 8 oz softened vegan cream cheese Can swap for regular cream cheese if preferred.

Equipment

  • Loaf pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • measuring cups and spoons
  • knife

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a metal loaf pan.
  2. In a bowl, mash the bananas, then mix in melted vegan butter, maple syrup, almond milk, and vanilla extract.
  3. Add baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt; stir to combine.
  4. Fold in flour and rolled oats until just combined.
  5. In another bowl, mix melted vegan butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon for the swirl.
  6. Drizzle this mixture over the batter and swirl gently with a knife.
  7. Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes until golden brown.
  8. While baking, prepare the frosting by mixing melted vegan butter, powdered sugar, and cream cheese until smooth.
  9. Cool the bread for 10 minutes, then frost and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 12gVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Allow the bread to cool completely before slicing for best texture. Customize the swirl with additional spices or nuts if desired.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!