Is there anything better than a slice of banana bread? How about a slice of banana bread cake? This recipe takes your favorite breakfast treat and transforms it into a decadent dessert. The rich, banana cake is perfect for special occasions or when you need a sweet treat. Best of all, it’s easy to make and only requires a few simple ingredients. So, what are you waiting for? Grab some bananas and get baking!
Banana Cake Recipe
This cake is rich, moist, and packed with flavor. The banana bread recipe creates a deliciously dense cake, while the cream cheese frosting adds a touch of sweetness and decadence. Best of all, it’s still incredibly moist and fluffy, thanks to the addition of bananas.
Banana Cake Ingredients
- Unsalted butter softened
- Granulated sugar
- Eggs
- Sour cream
- Vanilla extract
- All-purpose flour
- Baking soda
- Salt
- Mashed bananas
How To Make Banana Cake
- Preheat the oven to 350 F and spray a 9×13 cake pan with cooking spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat softened butter and sugar until combined.
- Add eggs, sour cream, and vanilla. Continue beating until smooth and creamy.
- Next, add flour, baking soda, and salt and beat until just combined.
- Stir in mashed bananas until batter is mixed well.
- Pour batter into the prepared baking dish and bake for 30-32 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean with inserted in the middle.
- Remove from the oven and allow the cake to cool completely.
- Prepare frosting by beating softened butter and cream cheese until mixed well.
- Add vanilla and powdered sugar and continue beating until smooth. *Frosting should be thick*
- Frost cooled cake, top each piece of cake with a slice of banana and chopped walnuts if desired. Enjoy!
Can I Freeze Banana Bread Cake?
Yes! This cake freezes well, making it perfect for busy weeknights or last-minute dessert emergencies. Simply wrap the cooled cake tightly in plastic wrap and store it in the freezer for up to 3 months. When you’re ready to enjoy, thaw overnight in the refrigerator and then frost as desired.
Extra Tips For Making The Best Banana Bread Cake
- For the best flavor, use ripe bananas in this recipe. Ripe bananas are typically those that are starting to brown and have soft flesh.
- This cake is best served at room temperature or slightly cooled. If you find that your cake is too dense, try adding a little bit of milk to the frosting. This will help to thin it out and make it easier to spread.
- If you want a decadent treat, try topping your cake with some chopped nuts or chocolate chips. You can also add a dollop of whipped cream for an extra special touch.
Variation Options For Banana Bread Cake
This banana cake recipe is delicious as-is, but there are a few ways you can change it up to suit your taste.
- For a more chocolatey flavor, try adding 1/2 cup of cocoa powder to the batter. You can also add 1 cup of chocolate chips for an extra indulgent treat.
- Try topping the cake with a simple glaze made from powdered sugar and milk.
- For a fun twist on banana bread cake, try adding 1 cup of chopped nuts to the batter. Walnuts or pecans would be delicious in this recipe.
How To Store The Best Banana Bread Cake
This cake can be stored at room temperature, in an airtight container, for up to 3 days.
FAQ’S For Banana Cake Recipe
My family doesn’t like bananas. Can I still make a banana cake recipe?
Yes! There are many ways to make a banana cake recipe without using bananas. For example, you could use applesauce, mashed potatoes, or even pumpkin puree in place of the banana.
I don’t have any ripe bananas. Can I still make a banana cake recipe?
Yes! You can use unripe bananas in a cake recipe. However, unripe bananas will make the cake dense and moist. If you want a light and fluffy cake, use ripe bananas.
I don’t have a cake pan. Can I still make a banana cake recipe?
You can use a muffin tin, loaf pan, or even a pie dish to make a banana cake recipe. Just be sure to adjust the baking time accordingly.
What are some other ingredients I can add to my banana cake recipe?
There are many ingredients you can add to a banana cake recipe. For example, you could add chocolate chips, nuts, dried fruit, or even spices like cinnamon or nutmeg.
This is The Best Banana Bread Cake for many reasons! The frosting on this cake is also equally delicious. Make sure you check it out and let us know what you think about the cake in the comments!
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The Best Banana Bread Cake
Ingredients
Cake
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 tsp. vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp. baking soda
- 1/4 tsp. salt
- 1 1/4 cup mashed bananas
Frosting
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 6 oz. cream cheese, softened
- 1 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract
- 3 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
Cake Batter
- Preheat oven to 350F and spray a 9×13 cake pan with cooking spray.
- In a large mixing bowl beat softened butter and sugar until combined.
- Add eggs, sour cream, and vanilla. Continue beating until smooth and creamy.
- Next, add flour, baking soda, and salt and beat until just combined.
- Stir in mashed bananas until batter is mixed well.
- Pour batter into prepared baking dish and bake for 30-32 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean with inserted in the middle.
- Remove from the oven and allow cake to cool completely.
Cream Cheese Frosting
- Prepare frosting by beating softened butter and cream cheese until mixed well.
- Add vanilla and powdered sugar and continue beating until smooth. *Frosting should be thick*
- Frost cooled cake, top each piece of cake with a slice of banana and chopped walnuts if desired. Enjoy!
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