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Banana Cake

This banana cake is moist, flavorful, and topped with creamy frosting, making it a perfect treat for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 12 slices
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Cake

  • 1.5 cups mashed bananas (about 4 medium or 3 large bananas) Use ripe bananas for the best flavor.
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour Can substitute for gluten-free flour blend.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.75 cups unsalted butter, softened Make sure it's at room temperature.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Can reduce for a healthier option.
  • 0.5 cup packed light or dark brown sugar
  • 3 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 1.5 cups buttermilk, at room temperature

For the Frosting

  • 8 ounces full-fat brick cream cheese, softened Use while at room temperature.
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 cups confectioners' sugar, plus an extra 1/4 cup if needed Gradually add until desired sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 0.125 teaspoon salt

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C) and grease a 9x13-inch pan.
  • Mash the bananas and set them aside.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
  • In a mixer, beat the softened butter until smooth. Add the granulated sugar and brown sugar, and beat until creamy.
  • Add the eggs and vanilla extract, then mix in the mashed bananas.
  • Slowly alternate adding the dry ingredient mixture and buttermilk to the batter, mixing just enough to combine.

Baking

  • Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Allow the cake to cool completely.

Frosting

  • Beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth.
  • Gradually add the confectioners' sugar, vanilla extract, and salt, mixing until well combined.
  • Once the cake is completely cooled, frost it with the cream cheese frosting and refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. The cake stays fresh for up to a week. Unfrosted cake can be frozen for up to three months.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30g
Keyword Banana Cake, Banana Dessert, Cream Cheese Frosting, Easy Cake Recipe, moist cake
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