Cream Cheese Stuffed Chocolate Chip Banana Bread Coffee Cake
If you're a fan of banana bread, coffee cake, and chocolate chips, then you're going to love this recipe for Cream Cheese Stuffed Chocolate Chip Banana Bread Coffee Cake. It's the perfect combination of sweet and creamy, with a moist and fluffy texture that will leave you wanting more.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2-3 bananas)
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9-inch square baking pan with non-stick cooking spray.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs and vanilla extract.
- Mix in mashed bananas and chocolate chips.
- Add in dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Pour half of the batter into the prepared baking pan.
- In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, egg yolk, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Spread cream cheese mixture evenly over the batter in the pan.
- Top with remaining batter.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool completely in the pan before slicing and serving.
Variations:
This recipe is incredibly versatile, and you can easily switch up the ingredients to create different flavor combinations. Here are a few ideas:
- Swap out the chocolate chips for chopped nuts or dried fruit.
- Use different flavored extracts, such as almond or coconut, instead of vanilla.
- Add a streusel topping for extra crunch.
- Drizzle with melted chocolate or caramel sauce.
- Use different types of fruit, such as blueberries or raspberries, instead of bananas.
Conclusion:
Whether you're looking for a sweet breakfast treat or a delicious dessert, this Cream Cheese Stuffed Chocolate Chip Banana Bread Coffee Cake is sure to hit the spot. With its moist and fluffy texture, sweet banana flavor, and creamy cream cheese filling, it's the perfect indulgence for any occasion.
