Banana Nut Bread Recipe With Cream Cheese
Banana nut bread is a classic comfort food that never goes out of style. It's a delicious treat that can be enjoyed for breakfast, as a snack, or even as a dessert. This recipe takes classic banana nut bread to the next level by adding a layer of creamy, tangy cream cheese filling. The combination of sweet bananas and rich cream cheese is sure to satisfy any sweet tooth. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to make banana nut bread with cream cheese.
Ingredients:
- 3 ripe bananas
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
Before you start, make sure all ingredients are at room temperature. This will help the bread to rise properly and improve the overall texture of the bread.
Instructions:
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and grease a 9x5 inch (23x13 cm) loaf pan. Set it aside.
Step 2: Mash the Bananas
In a bowl, mash the bananas with a fork until they are smooth. Set it aside.
Step 3: Combine the Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set it aside.
Step 4: Cream the Butter and Sugars
In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together with an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
Step 5: Add the Eggs and Vanilla
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Step 6: Add the Dry Ingredients and Mashed Bananas
Add the flour mixture to the butter mixture in three parts, alternating with the mashed bananas. Mix well after each addition. Stir in the chopped walnuts.
Step 7: Make the Cream Cheese Filling
In a separate mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and egg together until smooth.
Step 8: Assemble the Bread
Pour half of the banana bread mixture into the prepared loaf pan. Spread the cream cheese filling over the top of the batter, leaving a ½ inch (1.25 cm) border around the edges. Pour the remaining banana bread mixture over the cream cheese filling.
Step 9: Bake the Bread
Bake the banana bread for 60-65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.
Step 10: Cool and Serve
Cool the bread in the pan on a wire rack for at least 15 minutes before serving. Slice and serve warm, or wrap tightly in plastic wrap and store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Conclusion
This banana nut bread recipe with cream cheese is a perfect combination of classic banana bread and creamy, tangy cream cheese filling. It's easy to make and perfect for breakfast, snack, or dessert. Whether you're a fan of banana bread or trying it for the first time, you won't be disappointed with this delicious recipe.
