Banana Bread Cake
A delightful banana bread cake topped with creamy cream cheese frosting, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Cake
- 3 pieces ripe bananas, mashed Ripe bananas bring in the natural sweetness and moisture.
- 1/3 cup melted butter Adds richness and keeps the cake moist.
- 1 cup sugar You could use brown sugar for a deeper flavor.
- 1 pieces beaten egg A binding agent that helps with structure.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Makes everything better!
- 1 teaspoon baking soda The leavening agent for the cake's rise.
- 1 pinch salt Balances sweetness and enhances flavor.
- 1 cup all-purpose flour Main structure of the cake; don’t overmix for fluffiness.
For the Cream Cheese Frosting
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened Creamy, dreamy goodness!
- 2 cups powdered sugar Gives the frosting its sweetness and texture.
- 2 tablespoons softened butter Adds moisture and richness.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract To tie the flavors together.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease and flour your cake pan.
- In a mixing bowl, combine mashed bananas with melted butter.
- Stir in sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract into the banana mixture.
- Add baking soda and a pinch of salt into the mixture.
- Gradually add in all-purpose flour and mix until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared cake pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for about 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan before transferring it to a wire rack.
Frosting
- Beat together cream cheese, powdered sugar, softened butter, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Frost the cooled cake generously with the cream cheese frosting.
Notes
Use ripe bananas for sweetness. Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for the best frosting.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15g
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