Prep Time: 10 mins | Cook Time: 50 mins | Cool Time: 30 mins | Total Time: 1 hr 30 Min | Yield: 1 Loaf
A big thanks to my good friend, Alfred, for recommending this awesome recipe. This Cream Cheese-Filled Banana Bread is what I just needed today! Try this recipe now and I promise you that it is worth all your time and effort. Enjoy!
Ingredients:
Bread
1/4 c liquid-state coconut oil (canola or vegetable may be substituted)
1 c all-purpose flour
1 large Egg
1/4 c sour cream (lite is okay, or Greek yoghurt may be substituted)
1/2 c light brown sugar, packed
1/2 tsp baking powder
1 c mashed ripe bananas (about 2 large bananas)
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/4 c granulated sugar
pinch salt, optional and to taste
2 tsp vanilla extract
Cream Cheese Filling
4 oz. softened brick-style cream cheese (lite is okay)
3 tbsp all-purpose flour
1 large Egg
1/4 c granulated sugar
Directions:
1. Prepare the oven and preheat to 175 degrees C or 350 degrees F.
2. Apply cooking spray and sprinkle flour in a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
For the Banana Bread:
1. Add egg, sour cream, vanilla, coconut oil, and sugars into a large mixing bowl. Whisk until well mixed.
2. Add the bananas and stir until well combined.
3. Add the baking powder, baking soda, salt, and 1 cup flour. Whisk until just mixed.
4. Transfer 2/3 of the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly.
For the Cream Cheese Filling:
1. Add all the ingredients for the filling into a large mixing bowl. Whisk until well combined.
2. Pour the mixture on top of the bread and spread it evenly.
3. Pour the rest of the batter over the filling and spread it evenly.
4. Place it inside the preheated oven and bake for about 50 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean after inserting it in the middle.
5. Remove from the oven and let it rest completely at room temperature.
6. Serve and enjoy!
Notes:
Place any leftovers in an airtight container, then place them inside the fridge. They can last up to a week or 6 months inside the freezer.
Nutrition Facts:
Amount Per Serving: CALORIES: 261TOTAL FAT: 12gSATURATED FAT: 8gTRANS FAT: 0gUNSATURATED FAT: 3g CHOLESTEROL: 52mgSODIUM: 155mgCARBOHYDRATES: 36gFIBER: 1gSUGAR: 22gPROTEIN: 4g
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