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Delicious Banana Bread Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

Delicious Banana Bread Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

  • Author: Alyssa

Description

Delicious Banana Bread Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting – moist, fluffy, and topped with rich frosting. A perfect treat for banana bread lovers.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened, for the cake)
  • 1½ cups granulated sugar (adds sweetness and moisture)
  • 2 large eggs (binds the ingredients together)
  • 1 cup sour cream (adds moisture and richness)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract (for flavor enhancement)
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour (the base of the cake)
  • 1 tsp baking soda (helps the cake rise)
  • ¼ tsp salt (balances sweetness)
  • 1 cup mashed bananas (about 3 medium-sized bananas, for natural sweetness and flavor)

For the frosting, you will need:

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened, for the frosting)
  • 1 bar (8 oz) cream cheese (for that rich, tangy flavor)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract (for added depth)
  • 3 cups powdered sugar (for sweetness and texture)
  • 2 tbsp heavy cream (for creaminess and consistency)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s hot and ready for baking. Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray to prevent the cake from sticking.
  2. Cream the butter and sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat 1/2 cup of softened butter and 1½ cups of granulated sugar together using an electric mixer on medium speed until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add wet ingredients: Add 2 large eggs, 1 cup of sour cream, and 1 tsp of vanilla extract to the butter and sugar mixture. Continue mixing until everything is well combined.
  4. Incorporate dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 tsp of baking soda, and ¼ tsp of salt. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
  5. Mix in the bananas: Fold in 1 cup of mashed bananas gently. You want to maintain a bit of texture, so don’t overmix.
  6. Pour and bake: Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly with a spatula. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Cool the cake: Once baked, remove from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Prepare the frosting: In another bowl, beat 1/2 cup of softened butter and 1 bar (8 oz) of cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Add 1 tsp of vanilla extract, then gradually mix in 3 cups of powdered sugar. Finally, add 2 tbsp of heavy cream to achieve a smooth and spreadable consistency.
  9. Frost the cake: Once the cake is completely cool, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top using a spatula. Slice into squares and serve!

Find it online: https://recipecastle.com/delicious-banana-bread-cake-with-cream-cheese-frosting/