Moist Banana Cake with Cream Cheese

 

Banana Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

Introduction

Banana cake is a classic dessert that perfectly blends the sweetness of ripe bananas with a moist and tender crumb. Topped with a rich cream cheese frosting, this cake is sure to be a hit at any gathering. Follow this simple recipe to create a delicious banana cake like the one shown in the image.

Ingredients

For the Banana Cake:

• 1 1/2 cups of ripe bananas, mashed (about 3 large bananas)
• 2 teaspoons of lemon juice
• 3 cups of all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 teaspoons of baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon of salt
• 3/4 cup of unsalted butter, softened
• 2 cups of granulated sugar
• 3 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups of buttermilk

For the Cream Cheese Frosting:

• 1/2 cup of unsalted butter, softened
• 8 ounces of cream cheese, softened
• 4 cups of powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract

Instructions

Prepare the Banana Cake:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan.
2. In a small bowl, mix the mashed bananas with lemon juice and set aside.
3. In another bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
4. In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
5. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
6. Alternately add the flour mixture and buttermilk to the batter, starting and ending with the flour mixture. Mix just until combined.
7. Fold in the mashed bananas.
8. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.

Bake the Cake:

1. Bake in the preheated oven for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
2. Remove from the oven and let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Prepare the Cream Cheese Frosting:

1. In a large bowl, beat the butter and cream cheese until smooth.
2. Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, beating well after each addition.
3. Stir in the vanilla extract until the frosting is smooth and creamy.

Frost the Cake:

1. Once the cake is completely cooled, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top.
2. Cut the cake into squares and serve.

Tips for Perfect Banana Cake:

• Ripe Bananas: Use very ripe bananas for the best flavor and sweetness.
• Room Temperature Ingredients: Ensure all your ingredients, especially the butter and eggs, are at room temperature for a smoother batter.
• Don’t Overmix: Mix the batter just until the ingredients are combined to avoid a dense cake.

Enjoying Your Banana Cake:

This banana cake is perfect for any occasion, from birthdays to family gatherings. It pairs wonderfully with a cup of coffee or tea. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator to keep the frosting fresh.

Keywords:

Banana cake, Cream cheese frosting, Moist cake recipe, Easy dessert, Ripe bananas, Homemade cake, Classic dessert