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Banana Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

Irresistible Banana Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe

This Banana Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting is moist, flavorful, and easily adaptable for various diets.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour for gluten-free option
  • 1 tbsp baking powder ensure freshness for optimal rise
  • 0.5 tsp salt balances flavors
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter softened; use dairy-free butter for vegan
  • 1 cup granulated sugar can replace with coconut sugar
  • 2 large eggs or flax eggs (1 tbsp flaxseed meal + 2.5 tbsp water per egg)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract pure vanilla recommended
  • 0.5 cups milk or plant-based milk
  • 2 large ripe bananas mashed; the riper, the better
For the Frosting
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened; use vegan cream cheese for dairy-free
  • 0.25 cups unsalted butter softened; use dairy-free butter for vegan
  • 2 cups powdered sugar adjust to preferred sweetness
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract pure vanilla recommended
For Garnish
  • sliced bananas fresh for topping

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Cake pans
  • Spatula
  • wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare three 6-inch round cake pans by greasing them and dusting with flour.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, followed by vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add half of the flour mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with milk. Mix until just combined.
  6. Fold in the mashed bananas gently, ensuring some pieces remain visible.
  7. Divide the batter among the prepared pans and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Cool the cakes in the pans for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. To prepare frosting, beat together cream cheese and butter until smooth, then gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla.
  10. Once cool, frost the layers of the cake and garnish with sliced bananas.
  11. Slice and serve to enjoy your delicious Banana Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for optimal blending. Avoid overmixing to maintain a tender crumb.

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