I regret ever coming across this recipe! I brought it to a work potluck once, and now everyone insists that I bring it every single time. I think I’m officially on the hook for good!
Luckily, this quick and easy cream cheese banana bread is simple enough for beginners and tastes like something from a bakery. The banana bread is moist and tender, with a rich, creamy cheesecake-style layer baked right through the center.
Ingredients
For the Banana Bread
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1½ 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 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Step 1: Prepare the Pan
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