Streusel Topped Banana Bread | Easy & Moist

 This Banana Bread with Streusel Topping recipe creates an incredibly moist and flavorful banana bread crowned with a buttery, sweet, and crumbly streusel. This easy homemade bread is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a delightful snack. The streusel adds a wonderful crunch that takes this classic to the next level.   

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Recipe Details:

• Cuisine: American
• Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Snack
• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 50-60 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes - 1 hour 20 minutes
• Yields: 1 loaf (9x5 inch pan)

Ingredients:

For the Streusel Topping:

• 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour
• 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar
• 1/4 cup Packed Light Brown Sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon (optional)
• 1/4 cup Cold Unsalted Butter, cut into small cubes

For the Banana Bread:

• 1 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
• 1/4 teaspoon Salt
• 3 very ripe Bananas, mashed
• 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar
• 1 large Egg
• 1/3 cup Vegetable Oil
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract

Equipment:

• 9x5 inch loaf pan
• Mixing bowls
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Fork or pastry blender

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven & Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5 inch loaf pan, or line it with parchment paper.
2. Make the Streusel Topping: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and cinnamon (if using). Add the cold, cubed butter. Use a fork or pastry blender to cut the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Set aside in the refrigerator while you prepare the banana bread batter.
3. Combine Dry Ingredients for Bread: In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
4. Cream Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until mostly smooth. Add the granulated sugar and whisk until well combined. Beat in the egg until light and fluffy. Gradually whisk in the vegetable oil until just combined. Stir in the vanilla extract.
5. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing with a spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overmix. A few lumps are okay.
6. Pour Batter into Pan: Pour the banana bread batter evenly into the prepared loaf pan.
7. Add Streusel Topping: Sprinkle the chilled streusel topping evenly over the batter.
8. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean with a few moist crumbs attached. 9. Cool: Let the banana bread cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.  

Enjoy this delightful Banana Bread with Streusel Topping! It's wonderful on its own or lightly toasted with a bit of butter.