Easy Banana Bread With Cream Cheese Filling
Banana bread is a classic dessert that is enjoyed by many people around the world. The combination of sweet banana and soft bread is a match made in heaven. This recipe takes it up a notch by adding a cream cheese filling that adds a delightful tangy flavor to the already delicious banana bread. This recipe is perfect for any occasion and is easy to make. Follow these simple steps to make a delicious and unique banana bread with cream cheese filling.
Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the oven
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan with cooking spray.
Step 2: Prepare the banana bread batter
Mash the ripe bananas with a fork in a small bowl and set aside. In a medium bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. In a large bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar with an electric mixer until fluffy. Add in 2 large eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the mashed bananas and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
Step 3: Prepare the cream cheese filling
In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and 1/4 cup of granulated sugar with an electric mixer until creamy. Add in 1 large egg and 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and mix until well combined.
Step 4: Assemble the banana bread with cream cheese filling
Pour half of the banana bread batter into the greased loaf pan. Spoon the cream cheese filling on top of the banana bread batter, spreading it out evenly. Pour the remaining banana bread batter on top of the cream cheese filling, making sure it covers all of the cream cheese filling.
Step 5: Bake the banana bread
Bake the banana bread with cream cheese filling in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the banana bread cool in the pan for 15 minutes before removing it from the pan to cool completely on a wire rack.
Conclusion
This easy banana bread with cream cheese filling recipe is a fun twist on a classic dessert. The cream cheese filling adds a unique tangy flavor that complements the sweet banana bread perfectly. Follow these simple steps to create a delicious and unique dessert that your family and friends will love.
