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Cream Cheese Banana Nut Bread

Cream Cheese Banana Nut Bread

  • Author: Christopher
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 1 loaf (10-12 slices) 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This Cream Cheese Banana Nut Bread recipe combines ripe bananas, crunchy nuts, and creamy plant-based cream cheese for a moist, tender loaf. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a snack, it features natural sweetness, subtle umami notes from vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), and a soft crumb ensured by a natural gelling agent. Easy to prepare with simple ingredients, this bread is a flavorful twist on a beloved classic.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 3 very ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1/2 cup plant-based cream cheese, softened
  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup natural sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon natural gelling agent
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (natural)
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 cup plant-based butter or oil

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mash your very ripe bananas until smooth but still slightly chunky for texture. Set the plant-based cream cheese out at room temperature to soften.
  2. Mix the Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened plant-based cream cheese, mashed bananas, natural sugar, apple cider vinegar, vanilla extract (natural), and plant-based butter or oil. Mix well until the batter is smooth and creamy.
  3. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, natural gelling agent, and salt. This mixture will provide structure and lightness to the bread.
  4. Incorporate the Ingredients: Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined, careful not to overmix. Then stir in the chopped nuts and vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural) to add savory depth.
  5. Bake the Bread: Pour the batter into a greased loaf pan. Bake for 60 to 70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the bread cool in the pan for 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Use very ripe bananas with brown spots for optimal sweetness and moisture.
  • Allow plant-based cream cheese and butter or oil to soften to room temperature for easier mixing and better texture.
  • Mix only until ingredients are combined to keep the bread tender and avoid density.
  • Test doneness with a toothpick or cake tester to ensure the bread is fully baked.
  • Let the bread cool completely before slicing to maintain shape and enhance flavor.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60-70 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 1/12 loaf)
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: banana bread, cream cheese banana nut bread, plant-based, vegan banana bread, moist banana bread, nut bread, breakfast bread, snack bread

Find it online: https://easyrecipeplanet.com/cream-cheese-banana-nut-bread/