Cream Cheese Banana Bread

Preparation Time:

• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 1 hour
• Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes

Skill Level:

• Intensity: Medium

Ingredients:

• Banana Bread:
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Cream Cheese Filling:
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
   • Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
2. Prepare the Banana Bread Batter:
   • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
   • In a large bowl, combine the mashed bananas, melted butter, and sugar. Mix until well blended.
   • Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
   • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
3. Prepare the Cream Cheese Filling:
   • In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
4. Assemble the Bread:
   • Pour half of the banana bread batter into the prepared loaf pan.
   • Spread the cream cheese filling evenly over the batter.
   • Pour the remaining banana bread batter on top of the cream cheese layer.
5. Bake the Bread:
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
   • Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (per serving, assuming 10 servings):

• Calories: 280
• Total Fat: 15g
• Saturated Fat: 9g
• Cholesterol: 75mg
• Sodium: 320mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 34g
• Dietary Fiber: 1g
• Sugars: 20g
• Protein: 4g

Serving Suggestions:

• Serve the banana bread warm or at room temperature.
• Enjoy with a cup of coffee or tea for a delightful breakfast or snack.
• Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Indulge in this moist and flavorful Cream Cheese Banana Bread, perfect for any occasion!