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Banana Cake With Cream Cheese Frosting

A moist and tender banana cake topped with rich cream cheese frosting, perfect for family gatherings and sweet winter evenings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 counts ripe bananas, mashed Use ripe bananas for maximum flavor and moisture.
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened At room temperature for best results.
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 large eggs At room temperature.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk Substitute with milk and vinegar if necessary.
For the Frosting
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened At room temperature.
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened At room temperature.
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan or a bundt pan.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the mashed bananas and mix well.
  4. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  6. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with buttermilk. Mix until just combined; avoid over-mixing.
Baking
  1. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  2. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Frosting
  1. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth.
  2. Gradually add the powdered sugar and the vanilla extract, mixing until creamy and spreadable.
Assembly
  1. Once the cake has cooled completely, generously spread the cream cheese frosting over the top.
  2. Slice into squares or wedges and serve to your delighted friends and family.

Notes

If you have any leftovers, store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. For freezing, individually wrap slices in plastic wrap and store in an airtight container for up to 3 months.