Cream Cheese Banana Bread
This Cream Cheese Banana Bread is ultra-moist, rich, and full of banana flavor. A luscious layer of cream cheese runs through the center, making each slice a sweet, tangy treat perfect for breakfast, dessert, or snacking.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 4 ripe bananas mashed (about 1½ cups)
- ¼ cup sour cream
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease or line a 9×5″ loaf pan.
- Whisk flour, baking soda, and salt in a bowl. Set aside.
- Cream butter with ¾ cup sugar. Add eggs one at a time, then vanilla.
- Mix in mashed bananas and sour cream.
- Stir in dry ingredients until just combined.
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Notes
- Use very ripe bananas with brown spots for the best flavor and moisture.
- For added texture, fold in ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans into the banana batter.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 2 days or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- This loaf also freezes well for up to 2 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.