Pineapple Banana Cake With Cream Cheese Frosting
If you're a fan of fruity desserts, then you're in for a treat with this delicious Pineapple Banana Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting. With its moist and fluffy texture, combined with the sweet and tangy flavors of pineapple and banana, this cake is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth cravings.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2 medium bananas)
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup full-fat sour cream
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and grease a 9-inch cake pan with non-stick cooking spray.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, for about 3 to 4 minutes.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Fold in the mashed bananas and crushed pineapple until well combined.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in three parts, alternating with the sour cream. Mix until just combined, making sure not to overmix the batter.
- If using, fold in the chopped pecans.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread it evenly.
- Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of the cake comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Cream Cheese Frosting
- 8 oz cream cheese, at room temperature
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1-2 tbsp milk (if necessary)
In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy. Add in the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, and mix until well combined. Stir in the vanilla extract. If the frosting is too thick, add in 1-2 tbsp of milk until desired consistency is reached.
Assembly
- Once the cake has cooled completely, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top and sides of the cake.
- For a decorative touch, you can pipe frosting along the edges of the cake with a piping bag and tip.
- You can also decorate the cake with fresh pineapple slices or banana slices.
- Serve and enjoy!
This Pineapple Banana Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting is perfect for any occasion, whether it's for a birthday party, a family get-together, or just as a special treat for yourself. The combination of pineapple and banana in the cake, along with the creamy tartness of the cream cheese frosting, makes for a truly unique and delicious dessert. Try it out today and impress your guests with your baking skills!