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Banana Bread Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe

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  • Author: Elizabeth
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 55 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Banana Bread Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting is a moist and flavorful dessert perfect for breakfast or as a sweet treat any time of day. Made with ripe bananas, warm spices, and optional crunchy walnuts, it’s topped with a rich and creamy cream cheese frosting that adds a luscious finish to every bite. Easy to prepare and bake, this classic recipe combines the best of banana bread with a delightful cake texture.

Ingredients

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For the Banana Bread Cake:

  • 2 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

For the Cream Cheese Frosting:

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the mashed bananas, melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract. Stir until well blended.
  3. Add Dry Ingredients: Add the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to the banana mixture. Stir until just combined without overmixing. If desired, fold in the chopped walnuts for added texture and flavor.
  4. Bake the Cake: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean.
  5. Cool the Cake: Allow the banana bread cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely. This prevents the frosting from melting.
  6. Prepare the Frosting: Beat together the softened cream cheese, softened butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and fluffy.
  7. Frost the Cake: Once the cake has completely cooled, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top. Slice and serve.

Notes

  • For extra moisture, use very ripe bananas with brown spots.
  • Chopped walnuts add nice crunch but can be omitted for nut allergies.
  • Ensure the cake is completely cool before frosting to prevent melting.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Feel free to add cinnamon or nutmeg for added warmth in the batter.

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