Why You’ll Love This Banana Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
Got overripe bananas on your counter? Don’t toss them — transform them into a moist, fluffy banana cake topped with the most luscious cream cheese frosting. This isn’t banana bread; it’s a full-on dessert experience that tastes like a bakery-style treat!
Whether you’re serving it for birthdays, potlucks, or a cozy family dinner, this cake is always a winner. The combo of rich banana flavor and tangy-sweet frosting hits every note just right.
Ingredients
For the Banana Cake:
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1 ½ cups mashed ripe bananas (about 3 medium)
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2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
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1 ½ tsp baking powder
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1 tsp baking soda
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½ tsp salt
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½ tsp cinnamon (optional)
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¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
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1 ½ cups granulated sugar
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2 large eggs
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1 cup buttermilk (or milk + 1 tbsp vinegar)
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For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
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8 oz cream cheese, softened
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½ cup unsalted butter, softened
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2 ½ cups powdered sugar
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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Pinch of salt
How to Make Banana Cake from Scratch
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My German grandma first made this recipe for me. Been fixing it for years!