Directions
1️⃣ Preheat & Prep:
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
2️⃣ Mix Dry Ingredients:
In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Set aside.
3️⃣ Cream Butter & Sugar:
In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
4️⃣ Add Wet Ingredients:
Mix in eggs, vanilla, mashed bananas, and sour cream until smooth.
5️⃣ Combine Dry & Wet Mixtures:
Gently fold in the dry ingredients until just combined—do not overmix.
6️⃣ Prepare Cream Cheese Layer:
In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
7️⃣ Layer the Batter:
Pour half of the banana batter into the loaf pan.
Spread the cream cheese evenly on top.
Cover with the remaining banana batter.
8️⃣ Bake:
Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
9️⃣ Cool & Serve:
Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Slice once completely cooled for clean cuts.
✨ Prep Time: 15 mins
⏳ Cook Time: 65 mins
⌛ Total Time: 80 mins
🔥 Calories: 310 kcal per slice
🍞 Servings: 10
Enjoy this decadent Cream Cheese Banana Bread as a breakfast treat, dessert, or sweet snack! ☕🍌
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