Description

This Cream Cheese Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread is the ultimate banana bread upgrade! It’s ultra-moist, perfectly sweet, and has a rich cream cheese layer that melts into a warm cinnamon swirl. Whether you’re enjoying it for breakfast, as a snack, or as a dessert, this banana bread is pure comfort in every bite!

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Ingredients

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For the Banana Bread Batter:

2 large ripe bananas – Mashed for natural sweetness.
½ cup unsalted butter, melted – Adds richness.
¾ cup brown sugar – For a deep caramel-like flavor.
2 large eggs – Helps create a fluffy texture.
1 teaspoon vanilla extract – Enhances the flavor.
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour – The base of the bread.
1 teaspoon baking soda – Helps it rise.
½ teaspoon salt – Balances the sweetness.
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon – Adds warmth.

For the Cream Cheese Layer:

8 oz cream cheese, softened – The star of the swirl!
¼ cup granulated sugar – For a slight sweetness.
1 large egg – Helps bind the cream cheese layer.
½ teaspoon vanilla extract – For extra flavor.

For the Cinnamon Swirl:

¼ cup brown sugar – Creates the swirled effect.
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon – A classic pairing with banana bread.

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat and Prepare the Pan

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2: Make the Banana Bread Batter

In a large bowl, whisk together the mashed bananas, melted butter, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.

Step 3: Prepare the Cream Cheese Layer

In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.

Step 4: Make the Cinnamon Swirl

In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar and cinnamon.

Step 5: Assemble the Layers

Pour half of the banana bread batter into the loaf pan and spread evenly.
Sprinkle half of the cinnamon swirl mixture over the batter.
Gently spread the cream cheese mixture over the cinnamon layer.
Pour the remaining banana batter on top, smoothing it out.
Sprinkle the rest of the cinnamon sugar mixture over the top and swirl it lightly with a knife.

Step 6: Bake the Banana Bread

Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.

Step 7: Slice and Enjoy!

Slice and serve warm or at room temperature with a cup of coffee or tea.

Notes

Use Overripe Bananas – The riper, the sweeter and more flavorful your bread will be.
Don’t Overmix – Stir until just combined to keep the bread soft and fluffy.
Chill Before Slicing – Let the bread cool completely for cleaner slices.
Swirl Gently – Too much mixing can blend the layers instead of creating a swirl effect.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 55 minutes
Cuisine: American