Banana Bread With Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe
Do you love banana bread? Do you also love cream cheese frosting? Combine these two delicious treats and create a masterpiece that your taste buds will thank you for! This banana bread with cream cheese frosting recipe is easy to follow and will delight your friends and family.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 8 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract and mashed bananas.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in three parts, alternating with buttermilk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Stir until just combined.
- Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean. Let cool completely before frosting.
- To make the cream cheese frosting, beat the cream cheese and butter together until creamy. Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract and beat until smooth and creamy.
- Frost the cooled banana bread as desired and enjoy!
Tips:
- Use ripe bananas for the best flavor and texture.
- Don't overmix the batter, or the bread will be tough.
- Use room temperature ingredients for both the bread and frosting to ensure the best consistency and texture.
- If you don't have buttermilk, you can substitute with milk and lemon juice or vinegar.
- Store leftover bread in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
Conclusion:
There's nothing quite like the combination of sweet banana bread and tangy cream cheese frosting. This recipe is easy to make and perfect for any occasion. Whether you're serving it for breakfast, dessert or as a snack, your family and friends will love it!