The Best Fluffy Bread Recipe

Fluffy Cinnamon Banana Bread Recipe
If you love classic banana bread but crave a lighter, fluffier texture, this Cinnamon Yeast Banana Bread is your new go-to! Soft, airy, and bursting with banana flavor and warm cinnamon spice, it’s the perfect treat for breakfast, brunch, or a cozy snack.
Why This Banana Bread Stands Out
Unlike traditional quick breads, this version uses yeast for a tender, pillowy crumb. Add a cinnamon honey swirl or some chopped nuts, and it’s practically irresistible.
Serving Ideas
- Serve warm with butter or cream cheese
- Toast for breakfast with honey or jam
- Pair with coffee or tea for a cozy afternoon
Pro Tips
- Use very ripe bananas for maximum sweetness.
- Don’t overknead after adding flour to keep a soft crumb.
- Nuts or chocolate chips add extra indulgence.
Fluffy, fragrant, and slightly sweet, this Cinnamon Yeast Banana Bread is a game-changer. Once you try it, regular banana bread will feel ordinary!
The Best Fluffy Bread Recipe
Cuisine: BreakfastDifficulty: Easy3
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minutes🧑🍳 The Recipe: The Best Fluffy Bread
📝 Ingredients:
60ml cups warm water (110°F / 45°C)
2 ¼ tsp (1 packet) active dry yeast
3 very ripe bananas, mashed
45ml olive oil
45ml honey
1 large egg
½ tsp salt
1 ½ tbsp ground cinnamon
500–600 g strong bread flour
👩🍳 Instructions:
- In a bowl, combine warm water, yeast, olive oil, honey, mashed bananas, and egg.
- Add flour and salt, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Roll dough into a rectangle, brush with some olive oil and honey. Sprinkle with cinnamon and roll up like a jelly roll.
- Divide shaped dough and place into greased loaf pans
- Cover and let rise until nearly doubled (about 45–60 minutes).
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Bake for 30–35 minutes, until golden brown.
- Ready. Let cool in pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a rack.
- Serve at room temperature. ENJOY!