This Banana Cake recipe is a delightful blend of moist banana flavor and rich cream cheese frosting.
With simple ingredients like ripe bananas, buttermilk, and vanilla extract, it delivers a soft and flavorful cake that’s perfect for any occasion.
The cream cheese frosting adds a creamy, sweet touch that complements the cake’s natural banana sweetness.
This recipe is easy to follow, making it ideal for both novice and experienced bakers.
Bake it for family gatherings, potlucks, or as a special treat.
Banana Cake Recipe
Ingredients:
For the Cake:
– 3 ripe bananas, mashed
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon baking soda
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 3/4 cup granulated sugar
– 2 large eggs
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1/2 cup buttermilk
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 8 oz cream cheese, softened
– 4 cups powdered sugar
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions:
1-Preheat Oven:
– Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan.
2-Prepare Dry Ingredients:
– In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
3-Mix Wet Ingredients:
– In a large bowl, cream together butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
– Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract and mashed bananas.
4-Combine Mixtures:
– Gradually add the flour mixture to the banana mixture, alternating with buttermilk, starting and ending with the flour mixture.
5-Bake the Cake:
– Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan.
– Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
– Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
6-Prepare the Cream Cheese Frosting:
– In a medium bowl, beat together butter, cream cheese, and vanilla extract until smooth.
– Gradually add powdered sugar, beating until the frosting is fluffy and spreadable.
7-Frost and Serve:
– Spread the frosting over the cooled cake.
– Cut the cake into squares and serve.
Details:
– Prep Time: 20 minutes
– Cooking Time: 30 minutes
– Total Time: 50 minutes
