Banana Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe

Name: Banana Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2-1/4 cups (525 ml) flour; 3/4 tsp (4 ml) baking soda; 1/2 tsp (2 ml) baking powder; 1/2 tsp (2 ml) salt; 2 large mashed ripe bananas; 1/4 cup (60 ml) buttermilk; 1 tsp (5 ml) vanilla extract; 1-1/2 sticks unsalted butter, room temperature; 1-1/3 cups (325 ml) sugar; 2 large eggs; 1 8 oz (224 grm). package cream cheese, room temperature; 1 cup (225 ml) powdered sugar; 1 stick butter, room temperature; 1 tsp (5 ml) vanilla extract

Servings: persons

2-1/4 cups (525 ml) flour
3/4 tsp (4 ml) baking soda
1/2 tsp (2 ml) baking powder
1/2 tsp (2 ml) salt
2 large mashed ripe bananas
1/4 cup (60 ml) buttermilk
1 tsp (5 ml) vanilla extract
1-1/2 sticks unsalted butter, room temperature
1-1/3 cups (325 ml) sugar
2 large eggs
1 8 oz (224 grm). package cream cheese, room temperature
1 cup (225 ml) powdered sugar
1 stick butter, room temperature
1 tsp (5 ml) vanilla extract

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees (175 C.).
2
Butter 2 loaf pans or one 9X11X2 inch pan.
3
Mix flour, baking soda, baking powder salt in a bowl.
4
Mix mashed bananas, buttermilk and 1 tsp (5 ml) vanilla in another bowl.
5
Add butter, sugar and vanilla to banana mixture, beat until blended, then mix in the dry ingredients.
6
Bake cakes 25 to 35 minutes until toothpick comes out mostly clean.
7
Beat cream cheese and butter in large bowl until fluffy.
8
Add vanilla.
9
Gradually mix in powdered sugar.
10
Frost tops of cakes or unmold loaves and frost after cool.

1088

kcal

Calories

Fat

107

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2-1/4 cups (525 ml) flour, 3/4 tsp (4 ml) baking soda, 1/2 tsp (2 ml) baking powder, 1/2 tsp (2 ml) salt, and more.

Yes, Banana Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Banana Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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