Banana Sheet Cake With Cream Cheese Icing
Banana sheet cake is an easy and delicious dessert that can be made with simple ingredients. It is perfect for any occasion, whether it be a birthday party, family gathering or just a simple afternoon snack. The cream cheese icing is the perfect complement to the moist and flavorful cake. Follow this recipe to make a delicious banana sheet cake with cream cheese icing that is sure to impress everyone!
Ingredients:
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan with cooking spray or butter.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, sugar, and vegetable oil until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Mix in the mashed bananas and vanilla extract.
- In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in three parts, alternating with the buttermilk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and place on a wire rack to cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
- After 10 minutes, remove from the pan and place on the wire rack to cool completely before icing.
Cream Cheese Icing:
- 8 oz. cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1-2 tablespoons milk
Instructions:
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter until light and fluffy.
- Add the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- Spread the cream cheese icing on top of the cooled cake. Cut into squares and serve.
Enjoy your delicious banana sheet cake with cream cheese icing!
Tips and Tricks:
- Make sure your bananas are ripe for maximum flavor and moisture in the cake.
- If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of vinegar or lemon juice to 1/2 cup of milk.
- To make the cream cheese icing easier to spread, let it sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes before using.
- If you want to add a little flair to your cake, sprinkle some chopped nuts or shredded coconut on top of the icing.