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Cream Cheese Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread

Cream Cheese Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread for Cozy Mornings

Indulge in the warmth of homemade Cream Cheese Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread, perfect for cozy mornings and packed with sweet flavors.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 3 medium Overripe Bananas The riper, the better!
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with half whole wheat.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Brown sugar can enhance moisture.
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder Aids in leavening.
  • 1 tsp Baking Soda React with acidic components.
  • 1 tsp Salt Enhances flavors.
  • 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon For the cinnamon swirl.
  • 1 large Egg Binds ingredients together.
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil Can substitute with melted butter or Greek yogurt.
For the Cream Cheese Filling
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Ensure it's softened.
Optional Add-ins
  • Nuts (walnuts or pecans) Optional for added texture and flavor.

Equipment

  • Loaf pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • Fork or potato masher

Method
 

How to Make Cream Cheese Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, mash the overripe bananas until smooth.
  3. In a separate bowl, blend together the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and egg until smooth, then fold in the mashed bananas and vegetable oil.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.
  5. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  6. In a small bowl, stir together the remaining sugar and cinnamon for the swirl.
  7. Pour half of the batter into the greased pan, sprinkle in half of the cinnamon sugar mixture, then add the remaining batter and finish with the rest of the cinnamon sugar sprinkled on top.
  8. Place the loaf pan in the oven and bake for about 55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Once baked, allow the bread to cool completely in the pan before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For extra indulgence, serve warm with a pat of butter or a drizzle of honey. Store banana bread in an airtight container for up to 3 days, refrigerate for 1 week, or freeze slices for 3 months.

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