Banana bread stuffed with cream cheese

Fold up to 1 cup of chopped walnuts or chocolate chips into the banana batter before layering.

You need to know

The cream cheese should be completely softened at room temperature to make a smooth filling.

Excessive kneading of the dough develops gluten and creates dense bread

The filling may sag slightly during cooking – this is normal.

Let cool completely before slicing so that the cream cheese layer sets.

Storage tips

Store in the refrigerator, covered, for up to 5 days.

Freeze whole or sliced for up to 3 months. Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and then in aluminum foil.

Thaw frozen slices in the refrigerator overnight.

Serve chilled or at room temperature

Enjoy!