Cinnamon Roll Banana Bread

Looking for the best of both worlds? This banana bread is soft, moist, and swirled with the perfect cinnamon sweetness—your new favorite cozy treat! 😍 Whether you're craving banana bread or cinnamon rolls (or both!), this is the ultimate indulgence—gluten-free, refined sugar-free, and packed with fiber 🙌

Perfect for a winter morning or anytime you need a sweet pick-me-up! 😋

Ingredients:

Banana Bread:

• 3 ripe bananas, mashed
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 1/4 cup coconut sugar
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 2 tsp vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients:

• 1 1/4 cup almond flour
• 1 cup oat flour
• 1/2 cup collagen powder
• 2 tbsp cinnamon
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt

Cinnamon Sugar Swirl:

• 1/4 cup coconut sugar
• 3 tsp cinnamon

Optional Icing:

• 1/4 cup powdered sugar
• almond milk (to thin, gradually add 1 tsp at a time)

Instructions:

🥣 1. Mix Wet Ingredients:

In a large bowl, combine the banana bread wet ingredients.

🥄 2. Add Dry Ingredients:

Then add the dry ingredients, stirring until fully combined.

🍞 3. Layer the Batter:

Pour about half of this batter into a lined loaf pan.

🍪 4. Make the Cinnamon Sugar Swirl:

In a small bowl, combine the cinnamon sugar ingredients. Sprinkle half of this mixture over the batter.

🍞 5. Layer the Rest of the Batter:

Pour the remaining batter on top of the cinnamon sugar layer, and sprinkle the remaining cinnamon sugar mixture on top.

🔪 6. Swirl:

Use a toothpick or skewer to gently swirl the top cinnamon sugar layer, creating that marbled effect.

🔥 7. Bake:

Bake at 350°F for about 40 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean with just a few crumbs clinging to it.

❄️ 8. Cool & Drizzle:

Let the bread cool completely before drizzling with optional icing (mix powdered sugar + almond milk to desired consistency). Slice and enjoy!

This Cinnamon Roll Banana Bread truly combines the best of both worlds—soft, sweet banana bread with a cozy cinnamon swirl. 🍌✨ With the added bonus of collagen, it’s not just delicious but also supports your skin, hair, and joints! 🙌 Whether you're baking for a special occasion, a cozy morning at home, or just because, it’s sure to be a hit. Plus, with its gluten-free, refined sugar-free ingredients and fiber-packed goodness, it’s a treat you can feel good about enjoying. 💪 Save it, share it, and enjoy it with a hot cup of coffee or tea for the ultimate comfort snack. ☕ Happy baking!