White Chocolate Banana Loaf with Cinnamon
A tender, moist banana bread studded with creamy white chocolate chunks and warmed with cinnamon. This smaller-format loaf bakes quickly and produces a perfectly portioned treat ideal for breakfast, afternoon tea, or dessert. The combination of sweet bananas and white chocolate creates a comforting flavor that appeals to all ages, while the compact size makes it perfect for gift-giving or portion control.
Ingredients
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven and grease and flour loaf pan
- 2
Beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy
- 3
Beat in egg and vanilla extract
- 4
Whisk dry ingredients in separate bowl
- 5
Add dry ingredients to creamed mixture alternately with banana
- 6
Fold in chopped white chocolate
- 7
Scrape batter into pan and spread evenly
- 8
Bake until tester inserted in center comes out clean
- 9
Cool in pan for 10 minutes then turn out onto plate
- 10
Melt remaining white chocolate and drizzle over cooled loaf
Tips
Use very ripe bananas for maximum sweetness and moisture in the loaf.
If using a standard 8x4 inch pan instead of the smaller size, reduce baking time and expect a shorter loaf.
Room temperature ingredients blend more easily for a smoother batter and better texture.
Good to Know
Store covered at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to 1 week.
Can be made 1 day ahead. Wrap tightly and store at room temperature.
Serve at room temperature, sliced thick. Pairs well with coffee or tea.
Common Mistakes
Use room temperature butter to avoid lumpy batter and uneven texture.
Don't overmix after adding flour to avoid tough, dense loaf.
Substitutions
Dairy-Free Swaps
Gluten-Free Swaps
slightly denser texture
General Alternatives
FAQ
Can I use frozen bananas?
Yes, thaw completely and drain excess liquid before mashing. Frozen bananas actually work well as they become very soft and sweet.
What if I don't have pastry flour?
Substitute all-purpose flour in equal amounts. The texture will be slightly less tender but still delicious.
How long will this keep?
Store covered at room temperature for 3 days or refrigerate for up to 1 week. Freeze wrapped for up to 3 months.