Best Banana Cupcake Recipe With Cream Cheese Frosting
Banana cupcakes are a delicious way to use up overripe bananas. These moist and fluffy cupcakes are perfect for any occasion, whether it is a party, a potluck, or simply treating yourself at home. The addition of cream cheese frosting on top of the cupcakes elevates the flavor and makes them even more irresistible.
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed (about 1 cup)
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
- Add the egg and beat until fully incorporated.
- Add the mashed bananas, buttermilk, and vanilla extract, and mix until combined.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
- Bake for 20-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cupcakes to cool completely before frosting them with cream cheese frosting.
Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 8 oz cream cheese, at room temperature
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the cream cheese and butter until fluffy, about 2 minutes.
- Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, and mix until fully combined.
- Frost the cooled cupcakes with the cream cheese frosting.
You can also decorate the cupcakes with chopped nuts, chocolate chips, or additional banana slices. These delicious banana cupcakes with cream cheese frosting are sure to be a hit with anyone who tries them!
