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Cream Cheese Banana Muffins Recipe

Cream Cheese Banana Muffins Recipe
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Delight in these moist and flavorful Cream Cheese Banana Muffins, featuring ripe bananas and a luscious cream cheese swirl. Perfect for breakfast or a sweet snack, these muffins combine the richness of cream cheese with the natural sweetness of bananas and a hint of vanilla.

Ingredients

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Muffin Batter

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 4 medium over-ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans

Cream Cheese Swirl

  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 teaspoons milk (optional, if needed to thin mixture)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin pan with paper liners to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt until well combined. Set this mixture aside.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, mash the over-ripe bananas. Add granulated sugar and light brown sugar, whisking until combined. Beat in the large egg, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Add Flour Mixture: Gradually whisk the dry flour mixture into the banana mixture until no lumps remain. Gently fold in the chopped pecans to distribute evenly.
  5. Fill Muffin Tins: Spoon the batter into the muffin liners, filling each about three-quarters full to leave room for rising.
  6. Prepare Cream Cheese Mixture: In a separate medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar, egg yolk, and vanilla extract; beat again until well combined. If the mixture is too thick to swirl, add up to 2 teaspoons of milk to thin it out.
  7. Swirl Cream Cheese: Drop about 1 tablespoon of the cream cheese mixture onto each filled muffin cup. Use a toothpick or skewer to gently swirl the cream cheese into the muffin batter; the mixture will look marbled and slightly uneven.
  8. Bake Muffins: Place the muffin pan in the oven and bake for 16-18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
  9. Cool and Serve: Allow the muffins to cool slightly before serving. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. These muffins are best enjoyed at room temperature or slightly chilled.

Notes

  • Use over-ripe bananas for maximum sweetness and moisture.
  • If cream cheese mixture is too stiff for swirling, add milk a teaspoon at a time to reach desired consistency.
  • Ensure muffins are baked through by checking with a toothpick; batter should not stick.
  • Store muffins in an airtight container in the refrigerator to keep fresh for up to 3 days.
  • Can substitute chopped walnuts for pecans if preferred.

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