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Banana Red Velvet Loaf

Deliciously Moist Banana Red Velvet Loaf with Cream Cheese Swirl

This Banana Red Velvet Loaf marries the comfort of banana bread with the decadence of red velvet, creating a moist, unique dessert.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Baking
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Loaf
  • 3 medium Ripe Bananas very ripe for optimal moisture
  • 1 ¾ cups All-Purpose Flour substitutable with gluten-free flour
  • ⅓ cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder use unsweetened for balance
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • ½ teaspoon Salt
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter softened; can substitute with oil for dairy-free
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar can use coconut sugar
  • 1 Large Egg or flax egg for vegan option
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • ½ cup Buttermilk or yogurt mixed with vinegar for vegan
  • Red Gel Food Coloring optional for visual appeal
For the Cream Cheese Swirl
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese softened
  • ½ cup Powdered Sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Milk or Cream for consistency

Equipment

  • 9x5-inch loaf pan
  • Medium Bowl
  • large mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 ¾ cups flour, ⅓ cup cocoa powder, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and ½ teaspoon salt.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together ½ cup softened butter and 1 cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add 1 large egg and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
  5. Mash 3 ripe bananas and combine with ½ cup buttermilk and optional red gel food coloring.
  6. Gradually combine the dry and wet ingredients, being careful not to overmix.
  7. In a small bowl, blend 8 ounces softened cream cheese, ½ cup powdered sugar, and 2 tablespoons milk until smooth.
  8. Pour two-thirds of the batter into the prepared pan, dollop cream cheese mixture on top, and swirl.
  9. Top with the remaining batter and swirl again; bake for 50-60 minutes.
  10. Cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure bananas are very ripe for the best flavor and moisture. You can transform this loaf into muffins with adjusted baking times.

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