Ultimate Banana Bread Recipe
Indulge in the ultimate banana bread experience with this recipe that features a decadent cream cheese layer. Moist, flavorful, and utterly satisfying, this treat is perfect for any time of day.
- Author: Lily
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: 1 loaf 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Banana Bread:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 ripe bananas, mashed (about 1 1/2 cups)
- 1/4 cup sour cream
Cream Cheese Filling:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- Prepare Banana Bread Batter: In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar. Add eggs one at a time, then vanilla. Stir in bananas and sour cream. Gradually add dry ingredients and mix just until combined.
- Prepare Cream Cheese Filling: In a medium bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add egg and vanilla, beat until creamy.
- Layer and Bake: Pour half of the banana bread batter into the pan. Add cream cheese mixture, then top with remaining batter. Bake for about 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Notes
- A moist and delicious banana bread filled with a rich cream cheese layer.
- Creates a delightful combination of flavors and textures.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Banana Bread, Cream Cheese, Baking, Dessert