Ingredients
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/2 cup butter, softened1-1/4 cups sugar2 eggs1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2 to 3 medium)1 teaspoon vanilla extract2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking sodaTOPPING:1 cup chopped pecans2 tablespoons sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Preparation
In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, butter and sugar until blended. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Add the bananas and vanilla. Combine flour, baking powder and baking soda; gradually add to the creamed mixture. Combine topping ingredients; add half to batter.
Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Sprinkle with the remaining topping. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack.
