Description
This Banana Bread Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting combines the comforting flavors of banana bread with rich frosting, making it a delightful treat perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2–3 bananas)
- 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/3 cup toasted walnuts
- Drizzle of honey or maple syrup
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, then mix in the vanilla extract, mashed bananas, and sour cream.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool completely before frosting.
- For the frosting, in a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter until smooth.
- Add the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon, then beat until creamy.
- Spread the frosting over the cooled cake.
Notes
Make sure your bananas are very ripe for the best flavor and sweetness. Let the cake cool completely before adding frosting to prevent it from melting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: banana bread, cake, cream cheese frosting, dessert, sweet treat
