Banana Bundt Cake With Cream Cheese Icing
If you're looking for a dessert that's perfect for any occasion, look no further than this delicious and easy-to-make Banana Bundt Cake with Cream Cheese Icing. This cake is moist, flavorful, and the perfect balance of sweet and tangy. Plus, it's a great way to use up ripe bananas that you may have lying around the house.
Ingredients
To make this delicious cake, you'll need the following ingredients:
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup sour cream
Instructions
Here's how to make this delicious Banana Bundt Cake:
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Grease and flour a 10 inch bundt pan.
- In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate mixing bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Mix in the mashed bananas and vanilla extract.
- Add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture in three parts, alternating with the sour cream, and mixing until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan.
- Bake for 50-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
- Turn the cake out onto a wire rack and let it cool completely before icing.
Cream Cheese Icing
To make the cream cheese icing, you'll need the following ingredients:
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons milk
Here's how to make the cream cheese icing:
- In a medium-sized mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter together until light and fluffy.
- Add the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk, and mix until smooth and creamy.
- Spoon the icing over the cooled Banana Bundt Cake and enjoy!
Tips for Success
Here are a few tips to help ensure that your Banana Bundt Cake with Cream Cheese Icing turns out perfectly:
- Make sure your butter and cream cheese are softened before you start mixing your ingredients.
- Be careful not to overmix your batter; mix until just combined.
- Let the cake cool completely before icing it to prevent the icing from melting or running off.
- The icing will set as it cools, so don't worry if it looks a little thin at first.
With these simple tips, you'll be able to make a delicious Banana Bundt Cake with Cream Cheese Icing that's sure to impress your friends and family. So don't wait - grab those ripe bananas and get baking today!