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Moist banana bread cake topped with creamy, tangy cream cheese frosting, garnished with a sprinkle of cinnamon.

Banana Bread Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting


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  • Total Time: 50-55 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This decadent Banana Bread Cake combines the comforting flavor of classic banana bread with a rich, tangy cream cheese frosting, creating an irresistible dessert perfect for any occasion.


Ingredients

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2 cups mashed ripe bananas (about 4 large)
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
8 ounces (1 block) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
4 cups powdered sugar, sifted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-2 tablespoons milk (optional, for consistency)


Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan or two 8 or 9-inch round cake pans.
Step 2: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Set aside.
Step 3: In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
Step 4: Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract and mashed bananas.
Step 5: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Step 6: Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
Step 7: Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. If using round pans, baking time may vary slightly (25-30 minutes).
Step 8: Let the cake cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 9: While the cake cools, prepare the cream cheese frosting. In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy.
Step 10: Gradually add the sifted powdered sugar, one cup at a time, mixing until smooth. Beat in the vanilla extract. If the frosting is too thick, add milk one tablespoon at a time until desired consistency is reached.
Step 11: Once the cake is completely cool, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top. Slice and serve.

Notes

For extra flavor, you can add 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts or pecans to the cake batter. Ensure your cream cheese and butter are at room temperature for the smoothest frosting. For a thinner layer of frosting, you can halve the frosting recipe.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 420 kcal
  • Sugar: 45g
  • Sodium: 280mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 60g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg
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