Description

Indulge in the delightful warmth of Cream Cheese Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread, a treat that combines the rich flavors of ripe bananas and a creamy filling. This moist banana bread is infused with a luscious cream cheese swirl and a hint of cinnamon sugar, creating a comforting dessert perfect for any occasion. Whether you enjoy it as a breakfast delight, an afternoon snack, or a sweet ending to your meal, each slice offers a delightful blend of textures and flavors that will leave everyone craving more. Easy to make and visually stunning, this recipe is sure to impress friends and family alike.

Ingredients

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2 large ripe bananas
½ cup unsalted butter
¾ cup brown sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
8 oz cream cheese
¼ cup granulated sugar (for filling)
Additional cinnamon-sugar mixture for topping

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
In one bowl, mash the bananas and mix in melted butter, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
Gradually combine dry ingredients with the wet mixture until just blended.
In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese with sugar, egg, and vanilla until creamy.
Layer half of the banana batter in the loaf pan; sprinkle with half of the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
Spread cream cheese filling on top; add remaining banana batter followed by the rest of the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
Use a knife to swirl gently through the batter.
Bake for 50–60 minutes or until cooked through.
Cool before slicing.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 60 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 250
Sugar: 15g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 55mg