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Banana Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

Irresistibly Moist Banana Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

Enjoy a slice of this delicious Banana Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting that balances sweetness and tang for an unforgettable dessert.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Substitute with gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version.
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Acts as a leavening agent.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Softened.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 3 large Large Eggs
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1/2 cup Milk Dairy-free options can be used.
  • 3 medium Ripe Bananas, Mashed The star ingredient.
For the Frosting
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Softened.
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar
For Garnish
  • 1 cup Sliced Bananas Optional.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Spatula
  • Cake pans

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease three 6-inch round cake pans and dust them with flour.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Incorporate the large eggs one at a time into the butter-sugar mixture, mixing well. Add the vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add the dry flour mixture and milk to the creamed mixture, alternating between the two.
  6. Fold the mashed ripe bananas into the batter until just incorporated.
  7. Pour the batter equally among the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops. Bake for 20-25 minutes.
  8. Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in the pans for about 10 minutes before transferring them to wire racks.
  9. In a clean mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and mix until fluffy.
  10. Once cooled, layer the cake with cream cheese frosting, garnishing with sliced bananas if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure butter is at room temperature for the best creaming. Use very ripe bananas for maximum sweetness.

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