Cream Cheese Strawberry Banana Bread

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Description:
Cream Cheese Strawberry Banana Bread offers a delightful twist on traditional banana bread, incorporating the rich creaminess of cream cheese and the sweet, juicy flavor of fresh strawberries. This indulgent bread is moist, flavorful, and perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a sweet treat throughout the day.

Ingredients:

  • For the Banana Bread:
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened (113 grams)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar (200 grams)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 ripe bananas, mashed (about 1 cup)
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour (240 grams)
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, diced
  • For the Cream Cheese Swirl:
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened (227 grams)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar (50 grams)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the Oven and Prepare the Pan:
  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Grease and flour a 9×5 inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
  1. Prepare the Banana Bread Batter:
  • In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and 1 cup of sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla.
  • Mix in the mashed bananas.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  • Fold in the diced strawberries.
  1. Make the Cream Cheese Mixture:
  • In another bowl, beat the cream cheese with 1/4 cup sugar, 1 egg, and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth.
  1. Assemble the Bread:
  • Pour half of the banana bread batter into the prepared loaf pan.
  • Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the batter.
  • Top with the remaining banana bread batter, using a knife or skewer to gently swirl the batter and cream cheese mixture together, creating a marbled effect.
  1. Bake:
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean.
  • If the top begins to brown too quickly, tent a piece of aluminum foil over the loaf pan to prevent excessive browning.
  1. Cool and Serve:
  • Let the bread cool in the pan on a wire rack for about 10 minutes before removing it from the pan to cool completely.
  • Slice and serve once cooled.

Nutritional Information Estimate (per serving, based on 12 servings):

  • Calories: 320
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg
  • Sodium: 240mg
  • Carbohydrates: 42g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Sugar: 24g
  • Protein: 5g

Additional Tips:

  • Ensure all ingredients, especially the cream cheese and eggs, are at room temperature to achieve a smooth, even texture in the cream cheese layer.
  • This bread can be stored at room temperature for a day or in the refrigerator for up to a week. It can also be wrapped and frozen for up to 3 months.

Cream Cheese Strawberry Banana Bread is a rich, moist loaf that combines sweet bananas, tart strawberries, and creamy, rich cream cheese for a decadent twist on classic banana bread. It’s perfect for a special breakfast or a comforting snack.

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