Description

Cream Cheese Banana Bread is a moist and flavorful twist on the classic banana bread, combining ripe bananas with creamy, softened cream cheese for a rich texture that’s irresistibly delicious. Perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack, this delightful loaf evokes warm memories of cozy kitchens. You can enjoy it plain or enhance it with nuts and chocolate chips for an added treat.

Ingredients

Scale

3 ripe bananas (about 1 ½ cups mashed)
4 oz cream cheese (softened)
½ cup granulated sugar
½ cup brown sugar
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
¼ tsp salt

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
In a mixing bowl, mash ripe bananas until smooth, then mix in softened cream cheese until well combined.
Add granulated sugar and brown sugar to the banana mixture, followed by the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the wet ingredients until just combined; do not overmix.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for about 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Allow to cool in the pan for ten minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

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

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (50g)
Calories: 180
Sugar: 14g
Sodium: 140mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 27g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: Substitute half of the all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour for added nutrition. Consider adding up to 1 cup of chopped nuts or chocolate chips for extra flavor. To store leftovers, wrap tightly in plastic wrap at room temperature for up to four days or freeze slices for longer storage.