Banana Bread Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
Indulge in a slice of Banana Bread Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting—an irresistible twist on the classic banana bread. This moist and flavorful cake combines the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with a creamy, tangy frosting, making it a perfect dessert for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a tea party, celebrating a special event, or simply treating yourself, this cake is sure to impress family and friends alike. With easy-to-follow instructions and customizable options, even novice bakers can create this delightful dessert that will become a new favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 ripe bananas (mashed, about 1 ½ cups)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- ½ tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine mashed bananas, softened butter, and granulated sugar; mix until creamy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the banana mixture until just combined.
- Pour the batter into a greased 9×13 inch pan and bake for about 50 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- For the frosting, beat softened cream cheese until smooth; gradually add powdered sugar and salt until fluffy.
- Once cooled, spread the cream cheese frosting over the cake and serve.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg