Ultimate Cream Cheese Bread (Print-Friendly Version)
Moist banana bread with rich cream cheese filling for any occasion.
# What You’ll Need to Make This:
→ Dry Ingredients
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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1/2 teaspoon salt
→ Wet Ingredients
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1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
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3/4 cup granulated sugar
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2 large eggs
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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4 ripe bananas, mashed (about 1 1/2 cups)
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1/4 cup sour cream
→ Cream Cheese Filling
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8 oz cream cheese, softened
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1/4 cup granulated sugar
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1 large egg
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
# How to Prepare:
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper to ensure the bread doesn’t stick.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set this mixture aside for later.
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In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and 3/4 cup of granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-5 minutes using a hand or stand mixer). Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next. Mix in the vanilla extract. Stir in the mashed bananas and sour cream until well combined.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet banana mixture, mixing until just combined. Avoid overmixing to maintain tenderness.
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In a medium bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese and 1/4 cup of granulated sugar until smooth and creamy. Add the egg and vanilla extract, beating until well combined.
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Pour half the banana bread batter into the prepared pan. Spread the cream cheese filling evenly over the batter, then top with the remaining batter. Smooth the surface. Bake in the preheated oven for 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
# Extra Tips:
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A delightful combination of moist banana bread and rich cream cheese filling creates a perfect balance of flavors and textures.