I’m struggling to find words that can adequately convey how I feel about this Mother’s Day. It’s so surreal that likely by the end of this month, I’ll officially be a mom. Those who know me well know that I’ve longed to be a mother for more than half of my life, even answering the “What you do you want to be when you grow up” question with “A Mom”, at a fairly young age. And now, this sweet baby girl who has already enlarged my heart’s capacity (and every other part of my body) is about to be here. The feels are so real and the gratitude is literally bursting out of me. I know this day can be one of complete joy and also immense heartache, so wherever you fall on that spectrum, let’s all use this day to show grace to ourselves and others.
There’s something about that crumb topping that makes it look a little fancy, but this bread couldn’t be more simple to put together. It’s perfect for a Mother’s Day brunch or just to have on hand during the week for a delicious snack or part of breakfast!
And when it comes out of the oven… the crumble topping is seriously perfection!
The soft texture of the bread with the crunchy crumble on top is so delish and it’s bursting with cinnamon flavor. If you’re not a cinnamon fan, I’d probably pass on this recipe.
I’m pretty sure these will make great muffins also, but I haven’t tried them out yet. Would love to know if you try out mini loaves or muffins with this recipe!
Shoutout to all the new mamas, seasoned mamas, grandmamas and mamas-to-be out there- show yourself (and each other) some extra love, compassion and grace.
<3 Shannon
KISS Cinnamon Crunch Banana Bread
Equipment
- 9×5 inch loaf tin
Ingredients
- 1 3/4 cup gluten-free flour with xanthum gum (I like Bob’s Red Mill 1:1 Baking Flour)
- 1/4 cup ground flax
- 1 Tbsp cinnamon
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup mashed bananas
- 1/2 cup coconut palm sugar
- 1/3 cup coconut oil
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Crumb Topping
- 1/3 cup gluten-free flour
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 3 Tbsp vegan butter, softened
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350° and grease a 9×5 inch loaf tin.
- Mix together flour, flax, cinnamon, baking powder and salt in medium bowl and set aside.
- Whisk together the eggs, mashed bananas, coconut palm sugar, coconut oil, and unsweetened applesauce until well combined. Gently fold in the dry ingredients until well incorporated, being careful to not over mix.
- For the crumb topping, mix the flour, brown sugar, cinnamon and softened butter in a small bowl. Using your fingers or a pastry cutter, mix the ingredients until small crumbles form.
- Place the batter in the prepared loaf tin and evenly sprinkle with the crumb topping.
- Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Enjoy!
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18 Responses
This looks delicious! I LOVE that crunchy top. So excited for you and baby girl!
Thank you, Stacey! The crunchy top is totally my favorite part :). And thank you! Happy First Mother’s Day to you!
looks delicious!!
Thank you, Abbie!
Oh my goodness this bread looks incredible! I am loving the combination of flavors + textures. This sounds delicious + I cannot wait to give this a try 🙂
Thank you, Whitney! Can’t wait to hear what you think of it!
I love the combo of crunchy and soft, my husband on the other hand thinks this is terrible tee hee! I beg to differ! Thanks for sharing Shannon!
Haha! What is your husband thinking?! ;). Thanks for stopping by, Rebecca!
I love that crumb topping! This banana bread would be a great addition to the Mother’s Day brunch menu!
Thanks, Jessica! Hope you get to try it out!
I am SO INTO this bread! LOVE the cinnamon crunch flavour!
Thank you, Abbey! Happy first Mother’s Day!
This looks so tasty – wish I had a slice right now!!
Thanks, Lindsey! I wish I had one right now also, it’s all gone. Time to make more :).
This looks so yummy, especially with the cinnamon crunch on top! I’m so excited for you ~ happy Mother’s Day!!
Thank you, EA! I’m so excited also!
This loaf sounds amazing! Congrats on your soon-to-be baby girl!
Thank you so much, Kara!