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Cream Cheese-Filled Banana Bread

Cream Cheese-Filled Banana Bread That Will Change Your Mornings

This Cream Cheese-Filled Banana Bread combines bananas and cream cheese for a delightful twist on a classic recipe.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 large egg Provides structure and richness; a flax egg can be used for a vegan option.
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar Adds sweetness and moisture; use packed for best results.
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar Balances sweetness and helps achieve a golden crust.
  • 1/3 cup liquid-state coconut oil Moisturizes without creaming butter; can use canola or vegetable oil.
  • 1/2 cup sour cream Ensures a soft and moist crumb; Greek yogurt can substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances overall flavor profile.
  • 2 large mashed ripe bananas About 2 large bananas yield 1 cup mashed.
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour Main structure-building ingredient; can substitute with gluten-free flour.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt optional
For the Cream Cheese Filling
  • 8 ounces cream cheese Softened, avoid whipped varieties.
  • 1/4 cup sugar Sweetens the filling.
  • 2 tablespoons flour Helps thicken the filling.

Equipment

  • 9x5 inch loaf pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your 9x5-inch loaf pan by greasing it or lining it with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together one large egg, ½ cup of light brown sugar, and ½ cup of granulated sugar until smooth. Then add ⅓ cup of coconut oil, ½ cup of sour cream, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, mixing until creamy.
  3. Mash 2 large ripe bananas in a separate bowl until smooth and stir them into the wet mixture, ensuring they're well integrated.
  4. In another bowl, sift together 1 ½ cups of flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, ½ teaspoon of baking soda, and optional ¼ teaspoon salt. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the banana mixture without overmixing.
  5. Pour about two-thirds of the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
  6. In a mixing bowl, whisk together 8 ounces of softened cream cheese, 1 egg, ¼ cup of sugar, and 2 tablespoons of flour until smooth. Spread this mixture over the batter in the pan.
  7. Carefully spoon the remaining batter on top of the cream cheese filling and smooth it gently.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 48-50 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
  9. After baking, allow the bread to cool in the pan for 15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure the cream cheese is at room temperature and measure mashed bananas precisely for best results.

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