Description
A moist and tender Banana Bread Cake topped with a rich cream cheese frosting. This easy-to-make dessert transforms classic banana bread into an indulgent treat, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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For the Banana Bread Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt)
- 3 large ripe bananas, mashed
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
. Prepare the Cake Batter
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Mix in the sour cream and mashed bananas until combined.
- Gradually fold in the dry ingredients until just combined—do not overmix.
2. Bake the Cake
- Pour batter into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool completely before frosting.
3. Make the Cream Cheese Frosting
- In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth.
- Gradually add powdered sugar, beating until fluffy.
- Mix in vanilla extract and a pinch of salt.
4. Frost the Cake
- Spread frosting evenly over the cooled cake.
- Optional: Garnish with chopped nuts, banana slices, or a sprinkle of cinnamon.
Notes
- Nutty Twist: Fold in 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans.
- Chocolate Lover’s Version: Add 1/2 cup of chocolate chips.
- Coconut Infusion: Stir in 1/2 cup shredded coconut.
- Maple-Flavored Frosting: Replace vanilla extract with maple syrup.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
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