Quick Description
This Cream Cheese Stuffed Banana Bread is soft, moist, and filled with a rich, creamy cheesecake-style center. Made with ripe bananas and layered with a sweet cream cheese filling, this loaf is perfect for breakfast, dessert, or an afternoon treat. The golden crust and smooth center make every slice irresistible.
Servings & Timing
Serves: 8–10 slices
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Bake Time: 55–65 minutes
Total Time: ~1 hour 15 minutes
Ingredients List
For the Banana Bread Batter
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted (or oil)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
For the Cream Cheese Filling
- 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
Optional:
- Extra banana slices for topping
Step-by-Step Instructions
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Preheat Oven
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper. -
Make the Cream Cheese Filling
In a bowl, beat softened cream cheese, sugar, egg, and vanilla until smooth and creamy. Set aside. -
Prepare Banana Batter
In a large bowl, mash bananas. Mix in melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla until combined. -
Add Dry Ingredients
Stir in flour, baking soda, and salt. Mix gently until just combined. Do not overmix. -
Layer the Batter
Pour half of the banana batter into the loaf pan. Spread evenly.
Add the cream cheese mixture on top, spreading carefully.
Cover with remaining banana batter. Smooth the top. -
Optional Topping
Place a sliced banana on top for a bakery-style look. -
Bake
Bake for 55–65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the bread portion comes out clean (avoid testing the cream layer). -
Cool
Let cool in pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Cool completely before slicing for clean layers.
Nutrition (Per Slice – Approximate)
Calories: 320
Protein: 6g
Carbs: 38g
Fat: 16g
Sugar: 22g
Why You’ll Love It
- Ultra moist banana texture
- Creamy cheesecake center
- Perfect balance of sweet and rich
- Great for breakfast or dessert
- Stays soft for days
Ingredient Substitutions
- Butter: Can replace with vegetable oil or coconut oil.
- Sugar: Brown sugar works for a deeper flavor.
- Flour: 1:1 gluten-free flour blend can be used.
- Low Sugar Option: Reduce sugar by ¼ cup without affecting texture much.
Storage
Refrigerate in airtight container for up to 5 days.
Freeze slices individually wrapped for up to 2 months.
Serving Suggestions
- Lightly warm and serve with coffee
- Dust with powdered sugar
- Drizzle with honey or caramel
- Add chopped walnuts for crunch
