Decadent Banana Nut Cream Cheese Bread with Crispy Cinnamon Streusel
Indulge in the rich flavors of our Decadent Banana Nut Cream Cheese Bread, a delightful treat perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack. This recipe boasts a creamy and moist banana bread base, enhanced with the richness of cream cheese and the welcoming crunch of toasted pecans. The star of this recipe is the crispy cinnamon streusel topping that adds a delightful texture and warming spice to each bite. Baked to perfection, this luscious banana nut bread promises to impress your family and friends. Perfect for sharing or enjoying during a cozy day at home, this recipe yields two loaves, so you'll have plenty to savor or to give as gifts!
8
Servings
500
Calories
16
Ingredients
Ingredients
butter
3/4 cup (softened)
cream cheese
1 (8 ounce) package (softened)
sugar
2 cups (granulated)
large eggs
2 (beaten)
flour
3 cups (all-purpose)
baking powder
1/2 teaspoon (sifted)
baking soda
1/2 teaspoon (sifted)
salt
1/2 teaspoon (kosher)
mashed bananas
1 1/2 cups (about 4 medium, ripe)
chopped pecans
1 cup (toasted)
vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon (pure)
packed brown sugar
1/2 cup (light or dark)
chopped toasted pecans
1/2 cup (for streusel topping)
additional flour
1 tablespoon (for streusel topping)
melted butter
1 tablespoon (for streusel topping)
cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon (ground)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two 8x4-inch loaf pans by greasing and flouring them.
2
In a large mixing bowl, using an electric mixer, beat the softened butter and cream cheese together until they are creamy and well blended.
3
Gradually add the sugar to the butter mixture, continuing to beat until the mixture is light and fluffy.
4
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition until fully incorporated.
5
In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the butter mixture, mixing at low speed until just combined.
6
Fold in the mashed bananas, toasted chopped pecans, and vanilla extract gently using a spatula.
7
Evenly spoon the thick batter into the prepared loaf pans.
8
For the crispy streusel topping, mix together the brown sugar, chopped toasted pecans, flour, melted butter, and cinnamon in a small bowl until crumbly.
9
Sprinkle this streusel mixture generously over the batter in each pan.
10
Bake the loaves in the preheated oven for about 1 hour, or until a wooden pick inserted into the center comes out clean. If the streusel begins to brown too quickly, you may cover the loaves loosely with aluminum foil for the last 15 minutes.
11
Once done, remove the pans from the oven and allow the bread to cool in the pans on a wire rack for about 10 minutes. Then, carefully remove the loaves from the pans and let them cool for an additional 30 minutes before slicing.
12
For clean, even slices, use a serrated or electric knife once the bread is adequately cooled.
Nutrition Information
22g
Fat
70g
Carbs
6g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Decadent Banana Nut Cream Cheese Bread?
It is a rich, moist banana bread made with cream cheese and toasted pecans, finished with a crispy cinnamon streusel topping.
How many loaves does this recipe produce?
This recipe yields two 8x4-inch loaves.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C).
How should I prepare the loaf pans?
Prepare two 8x4-inch loaf pans by greasing and flouring them.
What are the primary fats used in the bread batter?
The batter uses 3/4 cup of softened butter and one 8-ounce package of softened cream cheese.
How should the butter and cream cheese be prepared?
Both the butter and the cream cheese should be softened before mixing.
What type of sugar is used in the bread base?
Two cups of granulated sugar are used in the main bread mixture.
How many eggs are required?
The recipe requires 2 large eggs, beaten.
What kind of flour is best for this recipe?
All-purpose flour is used for both the bread batter and the streusel topping.
What leavening agents are used?
The recipe uses 1/2 teaspoon of sifted baking powder and 1/2 teaspoon of sifted baking soda.
How many bananas are needed?
You will need 1.5 cups of mashed bananas, which is approximately 4 medium, ripe bananas.
Should the pecans be toasted?
Yes, the recipe calls for toasted chopped pecans for both the batter and the topping.
What ingredients are in the cinnamon streusel?
The streusel consists of brown sugar, toasted pecans, flour, melted butter, and ground cinnamon.
How do I mix the dry and wet ingredients?
Gradually add the dry mixture to the butter mixture and mix at low speed until just combined.
How do I incorporate the bananas and nuts?
Fold the mashed bananas, toasted pecans, and vanilla extract gently into the batter using a spatula.
How long should the bread bake?
Bake the loaves for about 1 hour.
How can I tell if the banana bread is done?
The bread is done when a wooden pick inserted into the center comes out clean.
What should I do if the streusel browns too quickly?
You can cover the loaves loosely with aluminum foil for the final 15 minutes of baking.
How long should the bread cool in the pan?
Let the bread cool in the pans on a wire rack for about 10 minutes.
What is the total recommended cooling time before slicing?
After the initial 10 minutes in the pan, remove the loaves and let them cool for an additional 30 minutes.
What tool is best for slicing this bread?
A serrated or electric knife is recommended for clean, even slices once the bread is cooled.
How many calories are in one serving?
There are approximately 500 calories per serving.
What is the fat content per serving?
Each serving contains 22g of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in a serving?
There are 70g of carbohydrates per serving.
How much protein is in the bread?
Each serving provides 6g of protein.
What kind of salt should be used?
The recipe specifies 1/2 teaspoon of kosher salt.
Can I use dark brown sugar for the topping?
Yes, the recipe allows for either light or dark packed brown sugar.
What is the total ingredient count?
The recipe uses 16 distinct ingredient measurements.
Is this recipe suitable for gifting?
Yes, since it yields two loaves, it is perfect for sharing or giving as gifts.
When is the best time to serve this bread?
It is ideal for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or a cozy day at home.