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Delicious banana cake topped with creamy frosting, perfect for dessert lovers

Banana Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

This heavenly Banana Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting is easy to make and a crowd-pleaser, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Banana Cake
  • 1.5 cups ripe bananas (about 3 bananas) The best bananas for baking are overripe ones.
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter, softened
  • 1.25 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 0.5 cups buttermilk (or regular milk with a splash of vinegar) Can substitute regular milk with vinegar.
For the Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 8 oz. cream cheese, softened
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon milk (if needed, for consistency) Add until desired consistency is achieved.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
  5. Incorporate the eggs one at a time, then mix in the mashed bananas and vanilla extract until well combined.
  6. Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk. Mix until just combined.
Baking
  1. Pour the batter into a greased cake pan and bake for about 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  2. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.
Frosting
  1. Beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until blended, then gradually mix in the powdered sugar.
  2. Add vanilla and a splash of milk if needed for consistency.
Serving
  1. When the cake is completely cool, generously spread the cream cheese frosting over the top.
  2. Cut into slices, serve, and enjoy!

Notes

Store any leftover cake in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days. Can freeze the cake for up to three months.