This cream cheese banana bread recipe is going to change the way you think about banana bread. It's soft, moist, and filled with fresh banana flavor. Between each fluffy layer of bread is an irresistible cream cheese filling that really takes this recipe over the top. It's so delicious, and you'll never believe how easy it is to make!
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The Best Cream Cheese Banana Bread
If you love banana bread, then get ready because this recipe is going to exceed your expectations.
This cream cheese banana bread recipe takes an already delicious bread and makes it a million times better with a layer of sweetened cream cheese in the middle. The balance of fresh banana flavor and tangy cream cheese is outrageously good.
Not only is the flavor delicious, but the texture is perfect too. The moist banana bread is balanced by the thick cream cheese layer. Every bite tastes better than the last, and the subtle flavor of the cinnamon and Greek yogurt adds a whole other element to this tasty treat.
This homemade banana bread is just the best, and it's become one of my favorite quick bread recipes, right next to this cake mix banana bread.
Why This Recipe Works
Quick and easy. All you have to do is make the banana bread batter, then the cream cheese filling, and layer everything together in your loaf pan. The hardest part will be waiting for it to bake in the oven!
The texture. This cream cheese banana bread has the perfect balance of fluffy banana bread with a dense cream cheese filling. You'll never find another banana bread recipe like it!
Versatile. It works equally well as a breakfast bread, mid-day sweet treat, or delicious dessert. Trust me, you'll be craving this banana bread all day!
Instant crowd favorite. Everyone who tries this cream cheese banana bread always loves it and says it's one of the best banana bread recipes they've ever had. I guarantee everyone you share it with will agree!
Ingredients
Another thing to love about this cream cheese banana bread recipe is that it's made with really common baking ingredients.
Here's everything you'll need to make the banana bread:
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup sugar
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup vegetable oil
- ¼ cup Greek yogurt
- 2 large bananas, ripe
- 1 cup flour
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
And here's what you'll need to make the cream cheese mixture:
- 1 large egg
- 4oz. cream cheese
- ¼ cup sugar
- 3 tablespoon flour
You can use most of these ingredients to make this pumpkin cream cheese bread, so you'll definitely want to give that a try for another delicious cream cheese bread recipe.
How To Make Cream Cheese Banana Bread
1. Prep work: Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a 9-inch loaf pan with parchment paper or grease well with nonstick cooking spray.
2. Make the banana bread batter: Take out two bowls. In one bowl, mash the bananas. In the second bowl, beat the egg, sugar, brown sugar, oil, flour, cinnamon, and baking powder until combined. Add the mashed bananas to the flour mixture and stir until the batter comes together.
3. Make the cream cheese mixture: In a bowl, combine the egg, cream cheese, sugar, and flour. Mix well until you have a smooth cream cheese filling.
4. Assemble the banana bread: Add ¾ of the banana bread batter into the prepared pan. Spread the cream cheese mixture on top of the banana bread mixture. Finally, add the remaining batter over the cream cheese filling. Smooth the top of the banana batter with a rubber spatula.
5. Bake: Bake the banana bread for 50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the bread cool completely in the loaf pan before slicing and serving. Enjoy!
Tips To Make The Best Recipe
- Make a cream cheese swirl. Top the banana bread batter with some of the remaining cream cheese and use a toothpick to make a swirl pattern on top before baking.
- Use extra ripe bananas for a sweeter flavor and extra moist banana bread texture.
- Use sour cream if you don't have Greek yogurt.
- Add ¼ teaspoon of baking soda for an even fluffier banana bread.
- Add chocolate chips or chopped nuts to make an even more decadent banana bread.
- Don't overmix the banana bread batter.
How To Store Cream Cheese Banana Bread
In the fridge: Transfer the leftover banana bread to an airtight container and store it in the fridge for about a week.
In the freezer: Freeze the leftover banana bread in an airtight container or wrapped in plastic wrap and kept in a freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months. Let the frozen bread thaw in the fridge overnight before enjoying it.
FAQS About This Cream Cheese Banana Bread Recipe
Why is my banana bread not moist?
Your banana bread may not be moist if you used too much flour, your bananas aren't ripe enough, or if you overmix the batter.
How long should banana bread cool before serving?
Freshly baked banana bread should cool for at least 15-20 minutes before serving. To quicken the process, you can remove the bread from the loaf pan and let it cool on a wire cooling rack.
Should you refrigerate banana bread after baking?
Technically you do not need to refrigerate banana bread after baking. That said, if you're making cream cheese banana bread, then you'll want to store it in an airtight container in the fridge to keep it fresh since it has a cream cheese center.
More Banana Recipes
- 2 banana bread recipe
- Hawaiian banana bread
- Banana bread without baking soda
- No bake banana pudding cheesecake
- Banana cake with cream cheese frosting
Cream Cheese Banana Bread
This cream cheese banana bread recipe is going to change the way you think about banana bread. It's soft, moist, and filled with fresh banana flavor. Between each fluffy layer of bread is an irresistible cream cheese filling that really takes this recipe over the top. It's so delicious, and you'll never believe how easy it is to make!
Ingredients
Banana Bread:
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup sugar
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup vegetable oil
- ¼ cup Greek yogurt
- 2 large bananas, ripe
- 1 cup flour
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
Cream Cheese Mixture:
- 1 large egg
- 4oz. cream cheese
- ¼ cup sugar
- 3 tablespoon flour
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 9-inch loaf pan with baking paper or grease well with butter.
- Make the bread; mash the banana in a small bowl. Beat egg, sugar, brown sugar, and oil in a bowl.
- Add in mashed banana and stir well.
- Fold in baking powder, flour, and cinnamon. Stir until the batter comes together.
- Make the filling; combine egg, cream cheese, sugar, and flour in a bowl.
- Add ¾ of the bread batter into the loaf pan. Spread over the cream cheese mixture. Finally, add the remaining batter over the cheese filling. Smooth the top and bake the banana bread for 50 minutes.
- Cool the bread in a loaf pan before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Information:
Serving Size:
1 sliceAmount Per Serving: Calories: 295Total Fat: 12gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 0mgCarbohydrates: 43gFiber: 1gSugar: 0gProtein: 5g
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