Description
This Banana Bread Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting is a moist and flavorful dessert combining ripe bananas and a tender crumb, topped with a rich and creamy frosting. Perfect for a comforting treat or special occasion, it blends the classic banana bread taste with a luscious cake texture and a smooth cream cheese finish.
Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream
Cream Cheese Frosting Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup butter, softened
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking dish to prepare it for the batter.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt, ensuring all leavening agents and salt are evenly distributed.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, use a mixer to cream the softened butter and sugar together until the mixture is light, fluffy, and well combined, which helps aerate the batter.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Add the eggs one at a time to the creamed butter and sugar, mixing thoroughly after each addition for even incorporation. Then stir in the mashed bananas and vanilla extract for flavor and moisture.
- Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually mix the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients, alternating with the sour cream. Mix gently until just combined to maintain tenderness in the cake.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, indicating the cake is fully baked.
- Make Frosting: While the cake cools, beat together the cream cheese, butter, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, continuing to beat until the frosting is fluffy and spreadable.
- Frost and Serve: Once the cake has completely cooled, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top. Slice and serve for a deliciously moist banana bread cake experience.
Notes
- Use very ripe bananas for the best flavor and moisture.
- Ensure all butter and cream cheese are softened to room temperature for smooth mixing.
- Do not overmix the batter once flour is added to keep the cake tender.
- Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
