Pioneer Woman Banana Cake With Cream Cheese Frosting
If you are looking for a delicious and moist banana cake recipe with a creamy and tangy frosting, then look no further than Pioneer Woman Banana Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting. This recipe is perfect for any occasion, from birthdays to potlucks, and is sure to please everyone's taste buds.
Ingredients
For the cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2 large bananas)
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the frosting:
- 8 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease and flour two 9-inch cake pans.
- In a medium bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Mix in the mashed bananas.
- Add the dry ingredients alternately with the buttermilk, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
- Cool the cakes completely on wire racks before frosting.
- For the frosting, beat together the cream cheese and butter until creamy.
- Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract and beat until smooth.
- Spread frosting evenly between the two layers and on top and sides of the cake.
- Refrigerate the cake for at least 1 hour before serving.
Conclusion
Pioneer Woman Banana Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting is a perfect treat for anyone who loves bananas and cream cheese. This cake is easy to make and has a moist texture that will melt in your mouth. The tangy cream cheese frosting complements the sweetness of the banana cake perfectly, making every bite a delightful experience. This recipe is perfect for any occasion, and everyone who tries it will surely be asking for the recipe!
