Description
A moist and flavorful Banana Bread Cake topped with a creamy, tangy cream cheese frosting. This easy-to-make recipe combines ripe bananas with a tender crumb and a luscious frosting perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Banana Bread Cake
- 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
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup butter, softened
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your 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 all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until evenly combined.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, use an electric mixer or whisk to cream the softened unsalted butter and sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, which helps create a tender crumb.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next. Then stir in the mashed ripe bananas and vanilla extract for flavor.
- Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet mixture, alternating with the sour cream. Mix just until combined to maintain a moist texture without overmixing.
- Bake: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish and bake for 30-35 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean when the cake is ready.
- Make Frosting: While the cake cools, prepare the cream cheese frosting by beating together the softened cream cheese, butter, and vanilla extract until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar and beat until the frosting is fluffy.
- Frost and Serve: Once the banana bread cake has completely cooled, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top. Slice and serve for a delightful dessert or snack.
Notes
- Ensure bananas are very ripe for maximum sweetness and moisture.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep the cake tender.
- Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting to prevent melting.
- The frosting can be stored in the refrigerator and brought to room temperature before spreading.
- Use fresh baking powder and baking soda for best rising results.
