Description
This Banana Bread Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting combines the rich flavors of traditional banana bread with a tangy and creamy frosting, offering the perfect balance of sweetness and texture. Perfect for any occasion, this cake is moist, flavorful, and easy to make. Ideal for using up overripe bananas, this recipe can be enjoyed as a breakfast treat, snack, or dessert.
Ingredients
For the Banana Cake:
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, softened
- 1½ cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream (full-fat is best)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup mashed bananas (about 3 bananas)
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, softened
- 1 bar (8 oz) cream cheese (full-fat is best)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Stir in the sour cream and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
- Fold in the mashed bananas until evenly distributed.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan before frosting.
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and cream cheese together until smooth and creamy.
- Add the vanilla extract and beat until well combined.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating well after each addition.
- Add the heavy whipping cream and beat until the frosting is light and fluffy.
- Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled cake.
Notes
- You can customize this recipe by adding mix-ins like chopped nuts, chocolate chips, or dried fruits.
- For extra warmth, add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the batter.
- If you prefer cupcakes, bake them for 18-22 minutes instead of using a 9×13-inch pan.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Snack, Cake
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
