Description
A rich and moist chocolate banana loaf cake with a luscious cream cheese filling at the center. This indulgent treat combines classic flavors with a creamy twist, making it perfect for dessert or an afternoon snack.
Ingredients
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- For the Cake:
- 1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2-3 bananas)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- For the Cream Cheese Filling:
- 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix mashed bananas, melted butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, egg, and vanilla until smooth and creamy.
- Pour half of the chocolate banana batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
- Spoon the cream cheese mixture over the batter and spread gently.
- Top with the remaining banana batter and smooth the top.
- Bake for 55–65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out mostly clean (avoid the cream cheese layer when testing).
- Let cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Notes
- Use overripe bananas for the best flavor and moisture.
- Store in the refrigerator due to the cream cheese filling.
- This loaf can be frozen—wrap tightly and thaw in the fridge before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 65mg