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Banana Bread Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

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  • Author: clara
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 12–16 servings 1x
  • Category: Desserts
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Banana Bread Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting combines the best of two worlds: the moist, flavorful goodness of banana bread and the decadence of a cake topped with tangy cream cheese frosting. Perfect for any occasion, this dessert is a crowd-pleaser that’s easy to make and impossible to resist.

Ingredients

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For the Cake:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar (packed)
  • 2 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup sour cream (or plain Greek yogurt)
  • 1 1/2 cups mashed bananas (about 3 large ripe bananas)

For the Cream Cheese Frosting:

  • 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 4 cups powdered sugar (sifted)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1–2 tablespoons heavy cream or milk (optional, to adjust consistency)

Optional Toppings:

  • Chopped walnuts or pecans
  • Banana slices
  • A sprinkle of cinnamon

Instructions

Make the Cake:

  1. Preheat the oven:

    • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.

  2. Mix the dry ingredients:

    • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Set aside.

  3. Cream butter and sugars:

    • In a large bowl, use a mixer to beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 2–3 minutes).

  4. Add eggs and vanilla:

    • Beat in the eggs one at a time, then mix in the vanilla extract.

  5. Incorporate the sour cream and bananas:

    • Mix in the sour cream and mashed bananas until well combined.

  6. Combine wet and dry ingredients:

    • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the cake tender.

  7. Bake:

    • Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool completely in the pan before frosting.

Make the Cream Cheese Frosting:
8. Beat cream cheese and butter:

  • In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy.
  1. Add powdered sugar and vanilla:
    • Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating until fluffy. Mix in the vanilla extract. If the frosting is too thick, add heavy cream or milk, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.

Assemble the Cake:
10. Frost the cake:
– Spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the cooled cake.

  1. Decorate and serve:
    • Sprinkle with chopped nuts, add banana slices, or dust with cinnamon if desired. Slice and serve.

Notes

  • Banana ripeness: Use very ripe bananas with brown spots for the best flavor and sweetness.
  • Storage: Store the cake in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Bring to room temperature before serving.
  • Freezing: The unfrosted cake can be frozen for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before frosting.

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