Title
Cream Cheese Filled Banana Bread<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Introduction
This banana bread takes a classic comfort bake and adds a rich, creamy surprise in the center. Moist, sweet banana batter wraps around a smooth cream cheese layer, creating a dessert that feels like a mix between banana bread and cheesecake. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a snack with coffee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Ingredients<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For the banana bread batter
3 ripe bananas mashed
1\/2 cup melted butter
3\/4 cup sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1\/2 cups all purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1\/2 teaspoon salt<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For the cream cheese filling
200 g cream cheese softened
1\/4 cup sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Instructions<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Preheat oven to 175\u00b0C and grease a loaf pan<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In a bowl mash the bananas until smooth
Add melted butter and mix well
Stir in sugar eggs and vanilla until combined<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In another bowl mix flour baking soda and salt
Gradually add dry ingredients to the banana mixture and mix until just combined<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In a separate bowl beat cream cheese sugar egg and vanilla until smooth and creamy<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Pour half of the banana batter into the loaf pan
Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly on top
Add the remaining banana batter and gently spread to cover<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Method<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Bake for 50 to 60 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the bread part comes out clean
Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 to 15 minutes then transfer to a rack to cool completely
Slice once cooled to reveal the creamy center<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Benefits<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Rich in potassium from bananas
Provides energy from natural sugars and carbohydrates
Cream cheese adds protein and a satisfying creamy texture<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Nutrition<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Approximate per slice
Calories 280 to 320
Carbohydrates 35 g
Protein 5 g
Fat 14 g<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Tips<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Use very ripe bananas for the best flavor and sweetness
Do not overmix the batter to keep the bread soft
You can add chocolate chips or chopped nuts for extra texture
Store in the fridge because of the cream cheese filling<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Conclusion<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Cream cheese filled banana bread is a simple upgrade that makes a big difference. Soft, moist, and filled with a creamy layer, it is guaranteed to impress whether you serve it warm or chilled.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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