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Cream Cheese Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Yield: 10 slices
  • Category: Breakfast, Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Cream Cheese Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread is a moist, sweet loaf featuring ribbons of cinnamon sugar and a creamy, tangy cream cheese layer baked right into the center. This decadent twist on classic banana bread is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert and guarantees a delicious and impressive treat.

Ingredients

Banana Bread

  • 2–3 ripe bananas, mashed (about 1 cup)
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Cream Cheese Layer

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour

Cinnamon Swirl

  • ⅓ cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line a 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal.
  2. Mix Wet Ingredients for Banana Bread: In a large bowl, combine the mashed bananas, melted unsalted butter, granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and well incorporated.
  3. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to distribute the leavening agent and salt evenly.
  4. Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients: Add the dry ingredients to the wet banana mixture and stir gently until just combined. Take care not to overmix to keep the bread tender.
  5. Prepare Cream Cheese Layer: In another bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, egg, and flour until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
  6. Make Cinnamon Swirl Mixture: Combine the brown sugar and ground cinnamon in a small bowl for the cinnamon swirl topping.
  7. Assemble the Loaf: Pour half of the banana bread batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the surface. Sprinkle half of the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the batter. Carefully spread the cream cheese mixture over the cinnamon sugar layer. Add the remaining banana batter on top, smoothing it out. Finally, sprinkle the remaining cinnamon sugar on top. Use a knife or skewer to gently swirl the top layer to create a marbled effect.
  8. Bake: Place the loaf in the preheated oven and bake for 55 to 65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, indicating it’s fully baked.
  9. Cool: Let the banana bread cool in the pan for 10 to 15 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing to maintain its structure and flavor.

Notes

  • For added texture and flavor, fold in chopped walnuts or pecans into the batter before baking.
  • This banana bread can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, maintaining freshness and flavor.
  • It also freezes well for up to 2 months; wrap tightly and thaw at room temperature before serving.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/cream-cheese-cinnamon-swirl-banana-bread-recipe/