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Cream Cheese Banana Bread with Sweet Cinnamon Topping Recipe

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  • Author: Leila
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15-20 minutes
  • Yield: 24 servings (two 8 1/2- by 4 1/2-inch loaves, each sliced into 12 pieces)
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Cream Cheese Banana Bread with Sweet Cinnamon Topping is a moist, flavorful treat combining the richness of cream cheese with ripe bananas and a cinnamon-spiced crumb topping. Perfect for breakfast or an indulgent snack, this bread offers a tender crumb with a delightful sweet and spicy crunch on top.

Ingredients

Bread Batter

  • 3/4 cup salted butter, softened to room temperature
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, light or regular, softened to room temperature
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 3 large bananas)
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Cinnamon Topping

  • 1 tablespoon salted butter
  • 1 tablespoon flour
  • 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Preheat and prepare pans: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 8 1/2- by 4 1/2-inch loaf pans thoroughly with cooking spray and set them aside.
  2. Cream butter, cream cheese, and sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat together the softened butter, cream cheese, and granulated sugar until the mixture becomes very light and fluffy, about 2 to 3 minutes. This step ensures a smooth and airy batter.
  3. Add eggs, vanilla, and bananas: Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract and the mashed ripe bananas. Mix until all ingredients are fully incorporated into a creamy batter.
  4. Combine dry ingredients: In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg to evenly distribute the leavening agents and spices.
  5. Mix dry and wet ingredients: Gradually stir the dry ingredient mixture into the wet banana mixture until just combined. Be careful not to overmix to maintain a tender crumb.
  6. Prepare the cinnamon topping: In a small bowl, use a fork to mash together the salted butter, flour, granulated sugar, and cinnamon until crumbly and combined. This sweet topping adds texture and flavor to the bread.
  7. Fill pans and add topping: Divide the banana bread batter evenly between the prepared loaf pans. Evenly sprinkle the cinnamon crumb topping over the batter in both pans.
  8. Bake the breads: Place the pans in the preheated oven and bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until the tops are nicely domed and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  9. Cool before serving: Remove the pans from the oven and allow the banana breads to rest for 5 to 10 minutes in the pans. Then, carefully turn out the loaves onto wire racks to cool completely before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Ensure bananas are very ripe for maximum sweetness and moisture.
  • Softening butter and cream cheese to room temperature is essential for a smooth batter.
  • Do not overmix the batter to avoid dense bread.
  • You can use light or regular cream cheese depending on your preference.
  • Store banana bread wrapped at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50-60 minutes
  • Category: Bread
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://recipesbyleila.com/cream-cheese-banana-bread-with-sweet-cinnamon-topping-recipe/