Vegan Banana Bread with Cinnamon Swirl

Banana bread is one of those baked goods that feels like a hug, and this version delivers all that warmth with a gorgeous ribbon of cinnamon sugar running through every slice. The secret to getting a tender, moist crumb without eggs or dairy lies in a simple flax egg — ground flaxseed stirred with water until it forms a gel that binds the batter beautifully. Ripe mashed bananas, melted vegan butter, and a splash of plant-based milk do the rest of the heavy lifting, keeping things rich and soft from edge to edge. The cinnamon swirl is a small step that makes a huge visual and flavor impact: a buttery cinnamon-sugar paste is dropped in spoonfuls over the first layer of batter, swirled through with a knife, then topped with the remaining batter before baking. After about an hour in the oven, the loaf emerges deep golden brown with a springy top and that irresistible swirl peeking through every cut. It makes 10 generous slices, so it's ideal for sharing at brunch, gifting to a neighbor, or keeping on the counter all week for easy snacking. Let it cool completely before slicing — it's worth the wait, and the texture is even better the next day.

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