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Cream Cheese Banana Bread with Coffee Glaze

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A rich banana bread swirled with creamy cheese and topped with a velvety coffee glaze. It's decadent, satisfying, and worth every bite.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings 10 slices
Calories 310 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Banana Bread:

  • Ripe bananas mashed: 3 medium
  • All-purpose flour: 2 cups
  • Granulated sugar: ½ cup
  • Brown sugar: ¼ cup
  • Baking powder: 1 teaspoon
  • Baking soda: ½ teaspoon
  • Salt: ½ teaspoon
  • Ground cinnamon: 1 teaspoon
  • Eggs: 2 large
  • Butter melted: ½ cup
  • Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
  • Greek yogurt: ½ cup

For the Cream Cheese Swirl:

  • Cream cheese softened: 8 oz
  • Granulated sugar: ¼ cup
  • Egg: 1 large
  • Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon

For the Coffee Glaze:

  • Brewed coffee cooled: 3 tablespoons
  • Powdered sugar: 1 cup
  • Butter softened: 2 tablespoons

Instructions
 

  • Step 1: Preheat and Prepare the Pan
  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan and line it with parchment paper.
  • Step 2: Prepare the Cream Cheese Swirl
  • Beat the cream cheese, sugar, egg, and vanilla until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
  • Step 3: Mix Dry Ingredients
  • In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon until evenly combined.
  • Step 4: Combine Wet Ingredients
  • In another bowl, beat the sugars, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla until smooth. Stir in mashed bananas and Greek yogurt.
  • Step 5: Combine Mixtures
  • Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  • Step 6: Layer the Batter and Cream Cheese Swirl
  • Pour half the banana batter into the loaf pan. Add a layer of the cream cheese mixture. Top with the remaining batter.
  • Step 7: Bake the Bread
  • Bake for 55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool completely.
  • Step 8: Prepare the Coffee Glaze
  • Beat softened butter with powdered sugar. Gradually whisk in the cooled coffee until smooth and creamy.
  • Step 9: Glaze and Serve
  • Drizzle the coffee glaze over the cooled bread. Slice and serve.

Notes

Nutritional Values (Per Serving):

  • Calories: 310
  • Total Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Carbohydrates: 46g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 5g

Key Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving):

  • Vitamin B6: 8% DV
  • Calcium: 4% DV
  • Potassium: 290 mg
  • Magnesium: 5% DV
  • Iron: 4% DV

Additional Notes/Tips:

  • Swirl Hack: Use a skewer to create artistic swirls with the cream cheese mixture.
  • Glaze Consistency: Adjust with more powdered sugar for thicker glaze or more coffee for a thinner drizzle.
  • Serving Suggestion: Pairs wonderfully with black coffee or a chai latte for a perfect afternoon indulgence.