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Banana Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

Banana Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
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This moist and flavorful Banana Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting is a perfect blend of sweet ripe bananas, tender cake crumb, and tangy frosting. Ideal for birthdays, casual gatherings, or cozy afternoons, this easy-to-make classic dessert will delight kids and adults alike with its balanced sweetness and creamy finish.

Ingredients

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For the Banana Cake:

  • 3–4 ripe bananas (overripe with brown spots)
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free version)
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¾ cup sugar
  • 2 large eggs (room temperature)
  • ½ cup unsalted butter (softened, room temperature)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Cream Cheese Frosting:

  • 8 oz cream cheese (softened, room temperature)
  • ½ cup unsalted butter (softened, room temperature)
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 2–3 tablespoons milk or cream

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour your cake pans to prevent sticking. Mash your ripe bananas until smooth but still slightly chunky for texture.
  2. Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar: Using a mixer, beat the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy, incorporating air for a tender crumb.
  4. Combine Wet Ingredients: Add eggs one at a time to the creamed butter and sugar, mixing fully between each addition. Stir in the mashed bananas and vanilla extract.
  5. Fold in Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, folding gently to combine while preserving airiness.
  6. Bake the Cake: Pour batter evenly into prepared pans and bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cakes cool completely before frosting.
  7. Make the Cream Cheese Frosting: Beat softened cream cheese and butter until smooth. Slowly add powdered sugar, then a splash of milk or cream to reach desired creamy spreadable consistency.
  8. Frost the Cake: Once the cake layers are cooled, spread frosting evenly over the first layer, stack the next layer, then cover entire cake. Smooth or create swirls with an offset spatula for a beautiful finish.

Notes

  • Use overripe bananas with brown spots for maximum sweetness and moisture.
  • Ensure eggs, butter, and cream cheese are at room temperature for smooth mixing.
  • Fold dry ingredients gently to avoid a dense cake.
  • Use an oven thermometer for accurate baking temperature.
  • If frosting is too soft, chill for 10–15 minutes before spreading.

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