Old Fashioned Banana Bread with Streusel Topping

Old Fashioned Banana Bread with Streusel Topping is a family favorite that will make your taste buds dance. Perfect for breakfast or dessert, this kid-friendly treat is a breeze to make and enjoy anytime.

Our Old Fashioned Banana Bread with Streusel Topping is a true favorite, boasting the perfect balance of sweetness and warmth. Unlike other recipes floating around, ours combines the goodness of baking basics and pantry staples, guaranteeing a delightful outcome every time. We’re here to solve your quest for the ultimate banana bread with an added touch of an irresistible streusel topping.

If you’re looking for more sweet bread recipes, try these Strawberry Bread, Mom’s Zucchini Bread, and Apple Bourbon Bread Pudding. And, if muffins are more your speed, give these Banana Muffins a try.

Why We Love This Cinnamon Banana Bread Recipe

Discover the reasons why our old-fashioned cinnamon banana bread has captured our hearts and taste buds. This recipe isn’t just about baking; it’s about creating cherished moments and indulging in a slice of nostalgia.

• Easy Ingredients: With common baking basics and pantry staples, this good recipe is a breeze to whip up.
• Family Friendly: This moist and flavorful banana bread is a hit with all ages, making it the best banana bread for family gatherings. It is full of banana flavor.
• Great for Breakfast or Dessert: Enjoy it warm from the oven as a hearty breakfast or as a satisfying dessert. This recipe makes a nice size loaf good for many uses.

Ingredient Notes for Classic Banana Bread Recipe

• Butter: Softened butter is a foundational ingredient in baking that contributes not only to the rich flavor but also to the tender texture to make this banana bread exceptional.
• Cream Cheese: Adding softened cream cheese to our banana bread recipe might seem unconventional, but it’s the secret to achieving that irresistibly soft and velvety texture.
• Sugar: Sugar serves a dual purpose in this recipe. Beyond its obvious role as a sweetener, sugar also contributes to the bread’s structure and tenderness.
• Mashed Banana: Overripe bananas are the star of the show, providing natural sweetness, moisture, and a distinct banana essence to the bread. Freeze bananas until ready to make this easy recipe.
• Dry Ingredients: Flour, baking soda, and baking powder.

Streusel Topping

• Brown Sugar: Brown sugar, a key component of the streusel topping, contributes a rich molasses flavor and deep color.
• Butter: For the streusel topping, be sure to fully melt the butter before adding it the the brown sugar and cinnamon.
• Ground Cinnamon: Ground cinnamon brings warmth and complexity to our banana bread’s flavor profile.

See the recipe card below for a complete list of the ingredients with measurements.

Variations and Substitutions to Make Old Fashioned Banana Bread

While our old-fashioned banana bread is already a delectable delight, we understand the joy of adding your personal touch. This is your opportunity to explore creative twists and adapt the recipe to match your needs for this quick bread.

• Low-Fat Cream Cheese: Opt for low-fat cream cheese for a slightly lighter version without compromising the taste of this moist banana bread.
• Sugar Substitute: Easily adapt the recipe to dietary needs by using your favorite sugar substitute.

How to Make Old Fashioned Banana Bread Recipe with Streusel Topping

These are the basic steps for making Fluffy Banana Bread with Streusel Topping. Refer to the full, printable recipe card below for detailed instructions.

Step 1: Prepare Oven and Loaf Pans

First, preheat your oven to 350 degrees F. Then grease and then flour 2 loaf pans.

Step 2: Make a Butter and Sugar Cream Cheese Mixture

Next, in a mixing bowl, beat together the butter and cream cheese. Then add the sugar and vanilla and beat until fluffy. Next, add the eggs one at a time, beating after each egg is added.

Step 3: Make Flour Mixture and Combine with Butter Mixture

Then in a separate mixing bowl add the flour, baking soda and salt and then stir to combine. With your mixer on a low speed, carefully add the flour mixture into the cream cheese mixture until it’s all well combined.

Step 4: Add Mash Bananas and Chocolate Chips

Next, add in the mashed bananas and stir. If adding chocolate chips, toss them in flour before folding them into the batter. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pans.

Step 5: Make Streusel Topping

Then in a small bowl, add the brown sugar, flour, melted butter, and ground cinnamon. Stir the ingredients to create the streusel and then sprinkle it over the batter before baking.

Step 6: Bake

Lastly, put the loaf pans in the preheated oven and bake for one hour. Cover the pans with foil for the last 15 minutes to prevent browning. Finally, when a toothpick inserted into the middle of the bread comes out clean, it is done. Let cool for 30 minutes before slicing.

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