Description
This Banana Cake is a delightful treat made with ripe bananas and topped with creamy icing. It’s easy to make, perfect for any occasion, and irresistibly delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 and 1/2 cups (345g) mashed bananas (about 4 medium or 3 large bananas)
- 3 cups (375g) all-purpose flour (spooned & leveled)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup (12 Tbsp; 170g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup (100g) packed light or dark brown sugar
- 3 large eggs, at room temperature
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 and 1/2 cups (360ml) buttermilk, at room temperature
- 8 ounces (226g) full-fat brick cream cheese, softened to room temperature
- 1/2 cup (8 Tbsp; 113g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
- 3 cups (360g) confectioners’ sugar, plus an extra 1/4 cup if needed
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C) and grease a 9×13-inch pan.
- Mash the bananas and set aside.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- Using a mixer, cream the butter and both sugars for about 3 minutes. Scrape the bowl, then add the eggs and vanilla. Mix until combined, then add the bananas.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients and buttermilk, mixing until just incorporated. Do not overmix.
- Spread the batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 45–50 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool on a rack. Cool completely, transferring it to the fridge if desired.
- For the frosting, beat the cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add confectioners’ sugar, vanilla, and salt, mixing well. Add more sugar if a thicker consistency is needed.
- Frost the cooled cake and refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving.
- Store leftovers tightly in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Notes
For optimal flavor, use ripe bananas.
Ensure the butter and cream cheese are softened for easier mixing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 348
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 85mg