Banana Cake With Buttermilk And Cream Cheese Frosting
If you're looking for a delicious, moist and flavorful cake, then you cannot go wrong with a Banana Cake With Buttermilk And Cream Cheese Frosting. This cake is perfect for any occasion, whether it's a birthday, a baby shower or just a lovely treat for yourself.
Ingredients
For the cake, you will need:
- 3 ripe bananas
- 1/2 cup of buttermilk
- 2 cups of all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon of baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon of salt
- 1/2 cup of unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 1 cup of granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs, at room temperature
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
For the cream cheese frosting, you will need:
- 8 ounces of cream cheese, at room temperature
- 1/2 cup of unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 4 cups of confectioners' sugar
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
Instructions
Here is how to make the Banana Cake With Buttermilk And Cream Cheese Frosting:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- Mash the bananas in a bowl using a fork.
- Mix the mashed bananas with the buttermilk and set aside.
- In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Set aside.
- In a third bowl, cream the butter and sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with the banana mixture, mixing well after each addition.
- Pour the batter into a greased 9x13 inch baking pan.
- Bake for about 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow to cool before frosting.
- For the cream cheese frosting, beat the cream cheese and butter with an electric mixer until smooth.
- Add the confectioners' sugar and vanilla extract and beat until light and fluffy.
- Spread the frosting evenly over the cake.
- Serve and enjoy!
Variations
If you want to switch things up a bit, here are some delicious variations of Banana Cake With Buttermilk And Cream Cheese Frosting:
- Add chopped nuts such as pecans, walnuts or almonds to the batter.
- Replace the cream cheese frosting with chocolate frosting for a decadent twist.
- Top the cake with fresh fruit such as strawberries, raspberries or blueberries.
- Add a teaspoon of cinnamon to the batter for a warm and cozy flavor.
- Use brown sugar instead of granulated sugar for a richer flavor.
Conclusion
Banana Cake With Buttermilk And Cream Cheese Frosting is a classic dessert that is loved by many. It's moist, flavorful and easy to make. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious cake that will leave everyone wanting more. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or just want to indulge in a sweet treat, this cake is sure to satisfy. So go ahead and give it a try, you won't regret it!
