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Banana Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This moist and flavorful Banana Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting is a delicious way to use ripe bananas. The cake combines mashed bananas with a tender crumb made from all-purpose flour, baking powder, and buttermilk, then topped with a creamy, tangy cream cheese frosting that complements the sweetness perfectly. Ideal for dessert or afternoon tea, this classic cake yields 12 generous servings.

Ingredients

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Cake Ingredients

  • 3 ripe bananas
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk

Frosting Ingredients

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan thoroughly to prevent sticking and set aside.
  2. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set this mixture aside for later use.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar using an electric mixer or whisk until the mixture is light and fluffy, which will help create a tender and airy cake texture.
  4. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Add the eggs one at a time to the creamed butter and sugar, beating well after each addition. Then mix in the vanilla extract to enhance the flavor.
  5. Incorporate Dry Ingredients and Buttermilk: Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk. Start and end with the dry mixture. Mix gently until just combined to avoid overworking the batter.
  6. Fold in Bananas: Fold in the mashed ripe bananas carefully to avoid deflating the batter, ensuring even distribution throughout.
  7. Bake the Cake: Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
  8. Prepare Cream Cheese Frosting: While the cake bakes or cools, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until the frosting is fluffy and spreadable.
  9. Frost the Cake: Once the cake has completely cooled, generously spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top. Slice and serve.

Notes

  • Use very ripe bananas for maximum sweetness and flavor.
  • Make sure the butter and cream cheese are softened to room temperature before mixing for a smooth frosting.
  • For a lighter texture, avoid overmixing the batter once the flour is added.
  • The cake can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • You can add chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans into the batter for extra texture.

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