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Easy Banana Bread Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

A fluffy and decadent twist on the classic banana bread, this cake is moist, flavorful, and topped with luscious cream cheese frosting.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 9 pieces
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 3 pieces ripe bananas (mashed) The riper the bananas, the sweeter and more flavorful the cake.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened) Ensure it is at room temperature for better mixing.
  • 2 pieces large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
For the Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 8 oz cream cheese (softened) Ensure it is at room temperature for better mixing.
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened) Ensure it is at room temperature for better mixing.
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1-2 tablespoons milk Add to reach desired consistency.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a 9×13 inch baking pan by greasing it lightly or lining it with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas, sugar, and softened butter. Mix thoroughly until smooth. Add the eggs and vanilla extract, and beat until blended.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the banana mixture until just combined. Be careful not to overmix—lumps are perfectly fine!
  4. Pour your luscious banana batter into the prepared baking pan, smoothing the top.
  5. Place in the preheated oven and bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  6. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Frosting
  1. While the cake cools, prepare the frosting. Using an electric mixer, beat together the softened cream cheese and butter until creamy.
  2. Gradually add the powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk, mixing until smooth and fluffy.
  3. Once the cake is completely cool, spread the cream cheese frosting generously over the top.
Serving
  1. Cut into squares and serve this banana indulgence to your family and friends. Watch them delight in every bite!

Notes

To store any leftovers, place them in an airtight container or cover the cake tightly with plastic wrap. It will stay delicious at room temperature for about 2 days or in the refrigerator for up to one week. If you want to freeze the banana cake, wrap it tightly in foil and store it in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months.