Description
This Amazing Banana Bread Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting is a moist, flavorful treat that combines ripe bananas and warming cinnamon with a rich, creamy frosting. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a sweet snack, this cake offers a delightful twist on traditional banana bread with a tender crumb and luscious cream cheese topping.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2 large bananas)
- 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
Cream Cheese Frosting
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1-2 tablespoons milk (for desired consistency)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×9-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper to ensure the cake doesn’t stick.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Set this mixture aside for later.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and packed brown sugar until the mixture becomes light and fluffy. This creates an airy base for the cake. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition, and then stir in the vanilla extract to enhance the flavor.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: Mix in the mashed ripe bananas and the sour cream or Greek yogurt until the batter is smooth, incorporating moisture and richness.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Gradually fold the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix to maintain a tender texture in the cake.
- Bake: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean, indicating it is fully baked.
- Prepare the Frosting: While the cake cools completely, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk, mixing until the frosting reaches a creamy and spreadable consistency.
- Frost and Serve: Once the cake has cooled, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top. Slice into servings and enjoy this delicious banana bread cake.
Notes
- Use ripe bananas for the best natural sweetness and moisture.
- Ensure the cake is completely cool before frosting to prevent melting the cream cheese frosting.
- You can substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt for a tangier flavor.
- Adjust milk quantity in the frosting to get your preferred spreadability.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
