Description
This Banana Bread Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting is a decadent twist on classic banana bread. The moist cake is packed with ripe banana flavor and topped with a tangy, creamy frosting that elevates the entire dessert. Perfect for any occasion, it’s simple to make and sure to impress with its perfect balance of sweetness and richness!
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×9-inch pan or line with parchment paper.
- Mash the bananas in a large bowl until smooth.
- Add melted butter and brown sugar, mixing until combined.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla and sour cream.
- In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet, mixing until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool the cake completely before frosting.
- For the frosting, beat together cream cheese and butter until smooth, then add powdered sugar, vanilla, and salt. Beat until fluffy.
- Frost the cooled cake and serve.
Notes
- Add-ins: Add chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans for extra texture, or stir in chocolate chips for a sweet twist.
- Spices: A pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg in the batter adds warmth and depth to the flavor.
- Storage: Store cake in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Freeze the cake (without frosting) for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
