Banana Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

Banana cake is more than just a dessert; it embodies comfort and warmth. The aroma of banana cake wafting through your kitchen can evoke memories of family gatherings, birthdays, and celebrations. This delightful cake is not only moist and flavorful, but it also brings a sense of nostalgia, making it a favorite choice for many. One of the key secrets to achieving the best banana cake lies in the quality of the bananas you use. Ripe bananas—those that are speckled with brown spots—are essential for imparting natural sweetness and achieving the desired texture. They create a cake that is irresistibly tender and packed with flavor.

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Ingredients

3 ripe bananas, mashed

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

1 cup granulated sugar

2 large eggs

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 cup buttermilk

For the Cream Cheese Frosting:

8 oz cream cheese, softened

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

4 cups powdered sugar

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 tablespoon milk (optional, for consistency)

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan or two 9-inch round cake pans.

Make the Cake Batter:

- In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.

- Add the mashed bananas, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.

- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.

- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the buttermilk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined; do not overmix.

Bake the Cake:

- Pour the batter into the prepared pan(s) and smooth the top with a spatula.

- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes (for round pans) or about 35-40 minutes (for a 9x13 pan), or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

- Once baked, let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.

Prepare the Cream Cheese Frosting:

- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy.

- Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing well after each addition.

- Add the vanilla extract and mix until fully incorporated. If the frosting is too thick, add a tablespoon of milk to reach the desired consistency.

Frost the Cake:

- Once the cake layers are completely cooled, place one layer on a serving platter. Spread a generous amount of cream cheese frosting on top.

- Place the second layer on top (if using round pans), and spread more frosting on top and around the sides. For a 9x13 pan, just spread the frosting evenly over the top.

- Feel free to decorate with banana slices, nuts, or sprinkles if desired!

Prep Time: 15 mins | Total Time: 1 hr | Servings: 12