Decadent Cream Cheese Banana Bread with Pecans
Indulge in the rich and moist experience of this Decadent Cream Cheese Banana Bread, inspired by Southern Living's classic recipe. This banana bread has become a beloved favorite in my household, especially requested by my father-in-law every few weeks. The use of overripe bananas ensures natural sweetness, while the cream cheese not only adds a layer of richness but also keeps the bread incredibly moist. Chopped pecans introduce a delightful crunch, creating a perfect texture contrast to the soft, tender crumb. With the appealing golden crust achieved by using Nucoa Margarine, this banana bread not only tastes fantastic but also looks stunning. Serve it warm or toasted with butter for a heavenly treat, and enjoy the compliments that come your way!
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Servings
150
Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
Butter
3/4 cup (softened)
Cream Cheese
8 ounces (softened)
Sugar
2 cups (granulated)
Eggs
2 large (beaten)
All-Purpose Flour
3 cups (sifted)
Baking Powder
1/2 teaspoon (none)
Baking Soda
1/2 teaspoon (none)
Salt
1/2 teaspoon (none)
Mashed Bananas
1 1/2 cups (about 4 medium overripe bananas)
Chopped Pecans
1 cup (toasted, if desired)
Vanilla Extract
1/2 teaspoon (none)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 8 x 4-inch loaf pans.
2
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and cream cheese with an electric mixer on medium speed until the mixture is creamy and well-combined.
3
Gradually add the sugar to the butter and cream cheese mixture, continuing to beat until the mixture becomes light and fluffy.
4
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition until fully incorporated.
5
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until evenly mixed.
6
Carefully add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, using low speed to combine until just blended.
7
Fold in the mashed bananas, chopped pecans, and vanilla extract until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
8
Spoon the batter equally into the prepared loaf pans.
9
Bake in the preheated oven for about 1 hour, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. If the loaves start to brown too quickly, cover them loosely with aluminum foil for the last 15 minutes of baking.
10
Once baked, allow the bread to cool in the pans on wire racks for about 10 minutes.
11
Carefully remove the loaves from the pans and let them cool on the wire racks for an additional 30 minutes before slicing.
Nutrition Information
7.5g
Fat
20g
Carbs
1.5g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Decadent Cream Cheese Banana Bread with Pecans?
It is a rich, moist banana bread inspired by a Southern Living recipe that features a layer of richness from cream cheese and a crunch from chopped pecans.
How many loaf pans do I need for this recipe?
You will need two 8 x 4-inch loaf pans for this recipe.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
The oven should be preheated to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
How long does the banana bread take to bake?
The bread typically bakes for about 1 hour.
How can I tell if the banana bread is finished baking?
The bread is done when a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
How many bananas are required?
You need 1 1/2 cups of mashed bananas, which is approximately 4 medium overripe bananas.
Why should I use overripe bananas?
Overripe bananas ensure natural sweetness and contribute to the moist texture of the bread.
What does cream cheese add to the recipe?
Cream cheese adds a layer of richness and helps keep the bread incredibly moist.
Should the pecans be prepared in a specific way?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of chopped pecans, which can be toasted if desired for extra flavor.
How do I prepare the loaf pans?
The loaf pans should be greased and floured before the batter is added.
What should the consistency of the butter and cream cheese be?
Both the butter and the cream cheese should be softened before mixing.
How do I prevent the bread from browning too quickly?
If the loaves brown too fast, cover them loosely with aluminum foil for the final 15 minutes of baking.
How should I mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients?
Carefully add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients and use low speed to combine until just blended.
When should I add the pecans and bananas?
Fold in the mashed bananas, chopped pecans, and vanilla extract after the flour mixture is just blended.
How long should the bread cool in the pan?
Allow the bread to cool in the pans on wire racks for about 10 minutes.
When is the bread ready to be sliced?
The loaves should cool on wire racks for an additional 30 minutes after being removed from the pans before slicing.
What type of flour is used in this recipe?
This recipe uses 3 cups of sifted all-purpose flour.
How many eggs are included in the batter?
The recipe calls for 2 large beaten eggs.
What is the calorie count per serving?
There are approximately 150 calories per serving.
How much fat is in a serving?
Each serving contains about 7.5g of fat.
What is the carbohydrate content?
There are 20g of carbohydrates per serving.
Is there protein in this banana bread?
Yes, there is approximately 1.5g of protein per serving.
What leavening agents are used?
The recipe uses both 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder and 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda.
What is the best way to serve this bread?
It is delicious served warm or toasted with butter.
How much vanilla extract is needed?
The recipe requires 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
What contributes to the golden crust?
Using Nucoa Margarine helps achieve a beautiful golden crust.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 11 ingredients in total.
What are the primary tags for this recipe?
Tags include banana bread, quick bread, cream cheese, pecans, and Southern Living.
How should the sugar be added?
Gradually add the sugar to the butter and cream cheese mixture, beating until light and fluffy.
How do I incorporate the eggs into the mixture?
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition until fully incorporated.