Description
Experience the divine taste of the Banana Bliss Cake, an exquisite dessert that marries the richness of banana flavor with the smooth decadence of cream cheese frosting. This recipe provides a splendid treat great for any occasion, offering a moist and flavorful cake base underneath a luxurious, creamy topping. Prepared with ripe bananas and simple pantry staples, the Banana Bliss Cake is both comforting and irresistibly tasty.
Ingredients
- Cake:
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter
- 2 1/4 cups sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups buttermilk
- 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 1/2 cups very ripe bananas, mashed
- Frosting:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Step-by-step Directions
1. Preparations
Begin by preheating the oven to 275°F (135°C). Grease a 9X13 inch baking dish with nonstick spray and set aside.
2. Prepare the Banana Mixture
Mix the 1 1/2 cups mashed bananas with the 2 teaspoons of lemon juice; set this mixture aside for later use.
3. Mix Dry Ingredients
In a small bowl, combine 3 cups all-purpose flour, 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Set this aside.
4. Cream Butter and Sugar
Using a large bowl and an electric mixer, cream together 3/4 cup butter and 2 1/4 cups sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
5. Add Eggs and Vanilla
Into the creamed butter and sugar, add the eggs one at a time, followed by 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract, ensuring to mix well after each addition.
6. Combine Mixtures
Gradually add the dry ingredients mixture to the wet ingredients, alternately with the 1 1/2 cups buttermilk, starting and ending with the flour mixture. Once combined, fold in the banana mixture just until evenly distributed.
7. Bake
Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven for about 1 hour, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Cool the Cake
Remove the cake from the oven and immediately place it into the freezer for 45 minutes to aid in setting.
9. Prepare Frosting
While the cake is cooling, prepare the frosting: Cream together 1/2 cup butter and 8 ounces cream cheese until smooth. Mix in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Gradually add 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar on a low setting, then increase the speed to medium, mixing just until the frosting is smooth and creamy.
10. Frost the Cake
Once the cake is completely cooled, spread the frosting evenly across the top.
Servings & Preparation Time
This recipe makes 12-15 servings. Total preparation time, including baking and cooling, is approximately 2.5 hours.
Tips for Storage & Reheating
- Store the frosted cake covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- For longer storage, freeze the unfrosted cake wrapped tightly in plastic wrap for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before frosting and serving.
- Reheat individual slices lightly in the microwave if desired, though the cake is best enjoyed at room temperature.
Conclusion
The Banana Bliss Cake with Creamy Cheese Topping offers a wonderful blend of natural banana sweetness with the indulgent flavor of cream cheese. It’s perfect for those who appreciate a dessert that is not only delightful and satisfying but also comforting and homely. Enjoy baking and sharing this delectable treat with friends and family.
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Banana Bliss Cake with Creamy Cheese Topping
- Total Time: 2.5 hours
- Yield: 12-15 servings 1x
Description
Experience the divine taste of the Banana Bliss Cake, an exquisite dessert that marries the richness of banana flavor with the smooth decadence of cream cheese frosting. This recipe provides a splendid treat great for any occasion, offering a moist and flavorful cake base underneath a luxurious, creamy topping. Prepared with ripe bananas and simple pantry staples, the Banana Bliss Cake is both comforting and irresistibly tasty.
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter
- 2 1/4 cups sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups buttermilk
- 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 1/2 cups very ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preparations: Begin by preheating the oven to 275°F (135°C). Grease a 9X13 inch baking dish with nonstick spray and set aside.
- Prepare the Banana Mixture: Mix the 1 1/2 cups mashed bananas with the 2 teaspoons of lemon juice; set this mixture aside for later use.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a small bowl, combine 3 cups all-purpose flour, 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Set this aside.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: Using a large bowl and an electric mixer, cream together 3/4 cup butter and 2 1/4 cups sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Into the creamed butter and sugar, add the eggs one at a time, followed by 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract, ensuring to mix well after each addition.
- Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients mixture to the wet ingredients, alternately with the 1 1/2 cups buttermilk, starting and ending with the flour mixture. Once combined, fold in the banana mixture just until evenly distributed.
- Bake: Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven for about 1 hour, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool the Cake: Remove the cake from the oven and immediately place it into the freezer for 45 minutes to aid in setting.
- Prepare Frosting: While the cake is cooling, prepare the frosting: Cream together 1/2 cup butter and 8 ounces cream cheese until smooth. Mix in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Gradually add 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar on a low setting, then increase the speed to medium, mixing just until the frosting is smooth and creamy.
- Frost the Cake: Once the cake is completely cooled, spread the frosting evenly across the top.