Description
There’s nothing better than Cream Cheese Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread—a moist and fluffy banana bread filled with a rich cream cheese layer and a sweet cinnamon swirl. This irresistible loaf is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an indulgent treat with your afternoon coffee!
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Ingredients
Scale
For the Banana Bread:
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
For the Cream Cheese Filling:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Cinnamon Swirl:
- ⅓ cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the Oven & Prepare the Pan
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan and line with parchment paper.
Step 2: Make the Banana Bread Batter
- In a large bowl, whisk together mashed bananas, melted butter, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Do not overmix.
Step 3: Prepare the Cream Cheese Filling
- In a separate bowl, beat together cream cheese, granulated sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Step 4: Make the Cinnamon Swirl
- In a small bowl, mix brown sugar and cinnamon.
Step 5: Assemble the Banana Bread
- Pour half of the banana bread batter into the prepared loaf pan.
- Sprinkle half of the cinnamon sugar over the batter.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cinnamon sugar.
- Pour the remaining banana bread batter on top and spread gently.
- Sprinkle the remaining cinnamon sugar on top and use a knife to gently swirl it into the batter.
Step 6: Bake Until Golden
- Bake for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Step 7: Serve & Enjoy!
- Slice and serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
Use Overripe Bananas – The riper, the sweeter and more flavorful the bread.
Swirl Gently – Don’t overmix the cinnamon swirl to keep layers distinct.
For a Chilled Treat – Refrigerate and serve cold for a cheesecake-like texture.
For a Healthier Version – Swap half the flour for whole wheat flour and use Greek yogurt instead of butter.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Cuisine: American