Description
This Banana Bread Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting is a moist, flavorful dessert featuring ripe bananas and warm cinnamon spice. The cake is tender and elevated by a rich, creamy cream cheese frosting, perfect for any occasion or casual treat.
Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream
Cream Cheese Frosting Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Oven and Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon. This ensures even distribution of the leavening and spices.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, creating the base for a tender crumb.
- Add Eggs and Flavor: Add eggs one at a time to the butter-sugar mixture, beating well after each. Then stir in vanilla extract and mashed bananas for moisture and flavor.
- Incorporate Sour Cream: Mix in the sour cream until fully combined; this adds richness and keeps the cake moist.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry flour mixture into the wet ingredients, mixing just until no streaks of flour remain to avoid overworking the batter.
- Transfer Batter and Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan, smoothing the top evenly. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool the Cake: Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack to prevent the frosting from melting.
- Make the Cream Cheese Frosting: Beat together the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt, then beat until creamy and fluffy.
- Frost the Cake: Spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the cooled cake. Slice and serve as desired.
Notes
- For extra flavor and crunch, add 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans to the batter before baking.
- Store leftover cake in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days to maintain freshness.
