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Cream Cheese Banana Bread

Cream Cheese Banana Bread

Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavors with this Cream Cheese Banana Bread, a perfect twist on a classic favorite. The moist, rich bread filled with ripe bananas is complemented by a velvety cream cheese filling that elevates each slice to new heights of deliciousness. Whether you’re enjoying it for breakfast, serving it at brunch gatherings, or savoring it as an afternoon snack, this recipe is sure to impress. Plus, it’s an excellent way to use up those overripe bananas sitting on your countertop. With easy-to-follow steps and simple ingredients, you’ll have two delicious loaves ready to share with friends and family in no time!

  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: Makes about 12 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 3 ripe bananas
  • 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup light brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup butter, melted
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour (for filling)
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and prepare two 9×5-inch loaf pans with nonstick spray.
  2. For the cream cheese filling, beat together cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth. Add one egg and vanilla extract; mix well, then stir in flour. Set aside.
  3. In a separate bowl, mash the ripe bananas, then combine with melted butter and both sugars until blended. Add eggs, sour cream, and vanilla; mix until smooth.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and baking powder. Gradually add to banana mixture until just combined.
  5. Pour half of the banana batter into each prepared pan. Spoon cream cheese filling on top evenly and cover with remaining batter.
  6. Bake for 50-55 minutes or until a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs attached. Cool before slicing.
  • Author: Emmeline
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 55 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 70g)
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 31g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: Use very ripe bananas for maximum sweetness and moisture. Feel free to customize by adding nuts or chocolate chips for extra flavor.

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