Cream Cheese Banana Bread
A delightful twist on a classic favorite, this Cream Cheese Banana Bread combines the moist, rich flavor of banana bread with a creamy layer of cream cheese. Perfect for breakfast, a snack, or dessert, it’s sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 ripe bananas mashed
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 4 ounces cream cheese softened
Instructions
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.
- Cream Butter and Sugar:
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Combine Wet Ingredients:
- Mix in the mashed bananas and sour cream until well combined.
- Prepare Cream Cheese Layer:
- In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Assemble the Bread:
- Pour half of the banana batter into the prepared loaf pan. Spread the cream cheese over the batter, then top with the remaining banana batter.
- Bake:
- Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve:
- Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy!
Notes
Use overripe bananas for the best flavor and sweetness. Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for a smooth batter, and avoid overmixing to keep the bread light and moist.
Nutrition
Serving: 90gCalories: 310kcal
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