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Banana Cream Cheese Muffins

Banana Cream Cheese Muffins: Soft, Sweet Bliss for Breakfast

Delight in soft, sweet Banana Cream Cheese Muffins, perfect for busy breakfasts and kid-approved for all occasions.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Muffins
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can be substituted with gluten-free flour
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Essential for fluffy texture
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Do not omit
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor
  • 3 medium Overripe Bananas Use bananas with brown spots for best results
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Can be reduced for a less sweet treat
  • 1/2 cup Light Brown Sugar Can swap for all granulated sugar if needed
  • 1 large Egg Can substitute with a flax egg for a vegan option
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil Can substitute with melted coconut oil
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Optional but recommended
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Pecans or Walnuts Can be omitted or substituted with chocolate chips
For the Cream Cheese Swirl
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Can use dairy-free cream cheese
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar (for cream cheese) Adjust based on sweetness preference
  • 1 large Egg Yolk Can omit if using a dense cream cheese
  • 1 tablespoon Milk (optional) Use plant-based milk for a dairy-free version

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • Mixing Bowls
  • whisk
  • spoon
  • Toothpick

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Banana Cream Cheese Muffins
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, mash the overripe bananas until smooth, then add granulated sugar and light brown sugar, mixing until well blended.
  4. Stir in the egg, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
  5. Fold the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients gradually until just combined.
  6. Spoon the muffin batter into the prepared muffin liners, filling each one about three-quarters full.
  7. In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese until silky and smooth, then mix in granulated sugar, egg yolk, and a splash of vanilla extract.
  8. Spoon a dollop of the cream cheese mixture onto each muffin and swirl lightly with a toothpick.
  9. Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 16-18 minutes.
  10. Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, use ripe bananas and avoid overmixing to keep muffins light and fluffy.

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