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BANANA CINNAMON MARBLE LOAF CAKE — WARM, FRAGRANT, AND MOIST

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BANANA CINNAMON MARBLE LOAF CAKE — WARM, FRAGRANT, AND MOIST

BANANA CINNAMON MARBLE LOAF CAKE — WARM, FRAGRANT, AND MOIST

Experience the cozy aroma of banana and cinnamon as this moist marble loaf cake bakes, naturally perfuming your home. Soft banana puree enriches the batter while a luscious cinnamon-cocoa swirl adds a delicious, visually appealing marble effect. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or teatime indulgence.

🕒 Prep Time: 15 min

⏲️ Baking Time: 50-55 min
🍽️ Yields: 8-10 servings

Ingredients

Cake Batter:

  • 250 g all-purpose flour
  • ¾ teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon baking soda
  • 2 large eggs
  • 200 g sugar
  • ½ vanilla bean (or ½ teaspoon vanilla paste)
  • 225 g melted butter
  • 3 very ripe bananas

Cinnamon Swirl Mixture:

  • 2 tablespoons reserved melted butter (from above)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar
  • ½ teaspoon cocoa powder

Instructions

1. Prepare the Batter

  • Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a 25 x 10 cm loaf pan with butter.
  • In a mixing bowl, beat eggs, sugar, and vanilla with a mixer until pale yellow, thick, and fluffy.
  • Slowly pour in melted butter, reserving 2 tablespoons for the cinnamon swirl, while continuing to mix.
  • Sift in flour, baking powder, and baking soda. Gently fold with a spatula until just combined.
  • Peel bananas; slice a few thin slices for decoration. Mash the rest into a smooth puree and fold into the batter carefully.

2. Make the Cinnamon Swirl

  • Warm the reserved butter over low heat. Dissolve the brown sugar in it.
  • Stir in cinnamon and cocoa powder until smooth.

3. Assemble the Cake

  • Pour one-quarter of the batter into the loaf pan. Drizzle one-quarter of the cinnamon swirl mixture over the batter. Using a knife, gently swirl through the batter to create a marble effect.
  • Repeat layering the remaining batter and cinnamon swirl mixture in portions—1/3, 1/2, and then the rest—swirling each time.
  • Decorate the top with banana slices.

4. Bake

  • Bake for 50–55 minutes. Begin checking at 45 minutes by inserting a toothpick in the center; it should come out clean when done.
  • Let the cake cool before slicing.

💡 Tips

  • Using freshly mashed ripe bananas gives the best moistness and flavor.
  • The cinnamon-cocoa swirl adds both taste and beautiful marbling—don’t skip it!
  • Be gentle when folding to maintain a light batter.

🎉 Perfect For

  • Morning breakfasts or brunch
  • Afternoon snacks or teatime treats
  • Homemade gifts or cozy gatherings

📝 Final Thoughts

This banana cinnamon marble loaf cake is a true comfort food classic, naturally filling your home with warm aromas while delivering moist, tender bites and a visually stunning swirl. Its simple ingredients and rich flavors make it an irresistible favorite.