Caramel Cream Cheese Bread Recipe
Deliciously moist caramel cream cheese bread with a swirled caramel topping and a creamy, sweet cream cheese center. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an indulgent snack, this baked loaf combines the rich flavors of brown sugar, cream cheese, and caramel sauce for a delightful treat.
- Author: Jeannette
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 2 loaves (1 pound each) 1x
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Bread Ingredients
- 2 cups light brown sugar, packed
- 4 cups all purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups milk (whole or 2%)
- ⅔ cups vegetable oil
Filling
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup white granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- ¼ cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- Prepare loaf pans and preheat oven: Grease two 1-pound loaf pans thoroughly to prevent sticking and preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) for optimal baking temperature.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a medium mixing bowl, combine the packed brown sugar, all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir well to evenly distribute all dry components.
- Mix wet ingredients: In a large bowl or stand mixer, beat together the eggs, milk, and vegetable oil until fully combined and smooth.
- Combine wet and dry mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring or mixing until just moistened to avoid overmixing and tough bread.
- Pour batter into pans: Pour half of the batter evenly into the prepared loaf pan, creating a base layer for the filling.
- Prepare cream cheese filling: In a separate bowl or with a stand mixer, blend the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and egg until smooth and creamy.
- Add cream cheese filling: Spoon the cream cheese mixture directly onto the center of the batter in the loaf pan, making sure it is mostly centered to create a swirl effect.
- Top filling with batter: Pour the remaining batter over the cream cheese filling, spreading lightly and leaving enough room for the bread to rise while baking.
- Add caramel swirl: Drizzle a stripe of caramel sauce on top of the batter and use a knife to gently swirl it into the surface for a marbled caramel effect.
- Bake the bread: Place the loaf pans in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean except for some moist cream cheese remnants.
Notes
- Ensure the cream cheese is softened for easier mixing and a smoother filling.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep the bread tender and fluffy.
- The caramel swirl can be increased or decreased based on your preference for sweetness.
- Use toothpicks to check doneness by inserting near the center, as the cream cheese filling may cause some moistness.
- Store leftover bread wrapped tightly at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
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