Cream Cheese Vanilla Breakfast Loaf That Stays Soft for Days

This Cream Cheese Vanilla Breakfast Loaf is inspired by classic breakfast cakes that feel indulgent but still light enough to enjoy any time of day. It’s not overly sweet, not overly rich—just balanced, vanilla-scented comfort that pairs perfectly with a quiet morning.

Overview of Cream Cheese Vanilla Breakfast Loaf

This loaf is perfect for:

• Breakfast with coffee or tea
• Brunch spreads
• Afternoon snacking
• Light dessert with fresh fruit

Why you’ll love this recipe

• Cream cheese creates a tender, bakery-style crumb
• Simple pantry ingredients
• No butter required—uses oil for moisture
• Slices cleanly and evenly

What it tastes like

Soft, gently sweet, creamy with vanilla warmth. The cream cheese doesn’t overpower—it simply makes the loaf incredibly smooth and comforting.

Full Ingredient List

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Wet Ingredients

• 2 large eggs, room temperature
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 4 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/3 cup neutral oil (vegetable or canola)
• 1 cup milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• Pinch of salt

Tools You’ll Need

• Mixing bowls
• Whisk or hand mixer
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Loaf pan (9×5-inch)
• Spatula

Substitutions & Additions

• Swap milk for buttermilk for extra tenderness
• Add lemon or orange zest for brightness
• Stir in blueberries or raspberries for a fruity version
• Sprinkle coarse sugar on top before baking for crunch

How to Make Cream Cheese Vanilla Breakfast Loaf

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Step 1: Preheat and Prepare

Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease and lightly flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan.

Step 2: Mix the Wet Ingredients

In a large bowl, whisk eggs and sugar until pale and slightly thickened. Add softened cream cheese and mix until mostly smooth (a few tiny lumps are fine).

Step 3: Add Oil, Milk, and Vanilla

Whisk in oil, milk, and vanilla extract until fully combined. The batter should look creamy and smooth.

Step 4: Combine Dry Ingredients

In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt.

Step 5: Bring It All Together

Add dry ingredients to the wet mixture and gently fold until just combined. Do not overmix—this keeps the loaf tender.

Step 6: Bake

Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for 45–50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Step 7: Cool and Slice

Let the loaf cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a rack to cool completely before slicing.

What to Serve with Cream Cheese Vanilla Breakfast Loaf

• Fresh berries or sliced fruit
• A light dusting of powdered sugar
• Honey or fruit preserves
• Coffee, tea, or warm milk

Tips for Making It Perfect

• Make sure cream cheese is fully softened
• Mix gently once flour is added
• Tent loosely with foil if top browns too quickly
• Flavor deepens after resting overnight

Storage Instructions

• Room Temperature: Wrap tightly and store up to 3 days
• Refrigerator: Up to 5 days for extra freshness
• Freezer: Slice and freeze up to 2 months

General Information

Breakfast loaves like this are a staple in American home baking—easy, forgiving, and endlessly adaptable. The addition of cream cheese is a quiet trick that bakers use to create softness without heaviness.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use butter instead of oil?
Yes, substitute with 1/3 cup melted butter, though oil keeps it softer longer.

Why is my batter slightly lumpy?
Small cream cheese bits are fine and will melt during baking.

Can I reduce the sugar?
Yes, you can reduce to 1/2 cup for a less sweet loaf.

Is this a cake or bread?
It’s a breakfast loaf—soft like cake, but lightly sweet.

Conclusion

This Cream Cheese Vanilla Breakfast Loaf is gentle, comforting, and endlessly reliable—the kind of recipe you’ll come back to again and again. If you love this style of baking, you’ll also enjoy:

• https://poulef.com/vanilla-breakfast-cake
• https://poulef.com/cream-cheese-loaf
• https://poulef.com/simple-morning-bakes
• https://poulef.com/soft-vanilla-desserts
• https://poulef.com/easy-loaf-cakes

Interactive Elements

If you bake this loaf, I’d love to hear how it turned out.
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Nutritional Information (Approximate Per Slice)

Calories	Fat	Saturated Fat	Carbs	Sugar	Protein	Sodium
240	11g	4g	30g	15g	6g	160mg

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