Best Ever Banana Cake With Cream Cheese Frosting
Are you looking for a delicious and easy-to-make dessert for your next gathering or just a treat for yourself? Look no further than this mouthwatering Best Ever Banana Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting recipe! With its moist and fluffy texture and rich cream cheese frosting, this banana cake is a crowd-pleaser that is sure to satisfy even the pickiest eaters. Plus, it's a great way to use up any overripe bananas that you have lying around the house.
Ingredients:
- 1 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs, at room temperature
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
To make the Best Ever Banana Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting, follow these simple steps:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Stir in the mashed bananas, sour cream, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Pour the batter into a greased and floured 9x13 inch baking pan.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool completely before frosting.
Cream Cheese Frosting:
To make the Cream Cheese Frosting, you will need:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 8 oz cream cheese, at room temperature
- 3 and 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
- In a large bowl, beat the butter and cream cheese together until smooth and creamy.
- Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract and beat until the frosting is smooth and fluffy.
- Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled cake.
Enjoy your delicious Best Ever Banana Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting!
Tips:
Here are some helpful tips to ensure your banana cake turns out perfectly:
- Use ripe, mashed bananas for the best flavor and texture.
- Make sure that your butter and eggs are at room temperature before starting to blend them with the sugar.
- Don't overmix the batter, as this can result in a tough cake. Stir until everything is just combined.
- Before frosting, make sure the cake is completely cooled to prevent the frosting from melting.
- Use an offset spatula to spread the frosting evenly over the cake.
