Christmas Banana Bread

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Festive Christmas Banana Bread – A Colorful Twist on a Classic

Christmas Banana bread gets a merry makeover with this festive Christmas version! Swirled with red, green, and classic banana-colored batter, this Christmas Banana Bread is a delightful holiday treat that looks as fun as it tastes.

Cream cheese icing adds a creamy touch on top, while colorful holiday sprinkles and fresh banana slices make this bread even more irresistible.

Whether you’re baking for a holiday brunch, gifting it to friends and family, or simply adding some holiday cheer to your breakfast routine, this Christmas Banana Bread is the perfect seasonal treat.

Swirled with holiday colors and topped with decadent icing, each slice offers a merry mix of flavors and colors.

Plus, it’s incredibly easy to make! Enjoy it warm, toasted with butter, or just as it is. No matter how you serve it, this Christmas Banana Bread will be a hit with anyone who takes a bite.

Get ready to add a splash of color and a whole lot of flavor to your holiday baking list with this special treat!

Ingredients:

• For the Bread:
  • 1 ripe banana, mashed
  • 6 TBSP butter, melted
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • Red and green food coloring
• For the Topping:
  • 1 cup cream cheese icing
  • Holiday sprinkles
  • Fresh banana slices

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Batter:
   • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
   • In a large bowl, whisk together the mashed bananas, melted butter, sugar, and vanilla extract. Add the eggs and mix until smooth.
   • In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
2. Divide and Color the Batter:
   • Divide the batter evenly into three bowls.
   • Tint one bowl with red food coloring and another with green food coloring, leaving the third bowl plain.
   • Layer spoonfuls of each color in the loaf pan, alternating between red, green, and plain batter. Use a knife to gently swirl the colors together.
3. Bake the Bread:
   • Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
   • Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
4. Decorate:
   • Once the bread has cooled, spread a generous layer of cream cheese icing on top.
   • Add festive holiday sprinkles and place banana slices over the gooey icing.

This festive Christmas Banana Bread takes a holiday twist on a classic favorite! Swirled with red, green, and natural banana batter, this loaf brings the magic of the season to each slice.

Topped with a rich layer of cream cheese icing, colorful holiday sprinkles, and fresh banana slices, this eye-catching treat is as delicious as it is beautiful.

Perfect for holiday gatherings or as a homemade gift, this Christmas Banana Bread brings festive cheer to every bite!