Banana Bread Cake

Banana bread meets cake in this scrumptious recipe that combines the moist, dense texture of traditional banana bread with the sweet, indulgent layers of cake and cream cheese frosting. This recipe is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a family gathering, a casual brunch, or a special dessert after a meal. Let’s dive into making this delightful Banana Bread Cake!

Ingredients

For the Banana Cake:

• 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, softened
• 1½ cups granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup full-fat sour cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 1 cup mashed bananas (about 3 bananas)

For the Cream Cheese Frosting:

• 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, softened
• 8 oz cream cheese, full-fat
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 cups powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream

Directions

1. Preparation:
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
   • Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with cooking spray to ensure your cake comes out easily.
2. Making the Cake Batter:
   • In a large mixing bowl, use a hand mixer or a stand mixer with a paddle attachment to cream together the softened butter and sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy.
   • Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the sour cream and vanilla extract. Continue mixing until the mixture is well combined and creamy.
   • Gradually add the flour, baking soda, and salt to the creamy mixture. Mix on low speed just until the ingredients are combined.
   • Gently fold in the mashed bananas into the batter to maintain the airy texture.
   • Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish, and spread it evenly.
3. Baking:
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 25-35 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center of the cake; it should come out clean or with moist crumbs.
   • Allow the cake to cool completely in the dish on a wire rack. This ensures it will be cool enough to frost evenly.
4. Preparing the Frosting:
   • In a medium bowl, beat the softened butter and cream cheese together until the mixture is smooth and free of lumps.
   • Mix in the vanilla extract. Gradually add the powdered sugar, along with the heavy whipping cream, starting on low speed and increasing as necessary. Continue beating until the frosting is thick and spreadable.
5. Decorating the Cake:
   • Once the cake has completely cooled, spread the cream cheese frosting over the top with a spatula or knife, creating swirls or peaks for a visually appealing texture.

Nutritional Information

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cooking Time: 35 minutes
• Total Time: 50 minutes
• Calories: 395 per serving
• Servings: 12

This Banana Bread Cake is a perfect blend of familiar, comforting flavors and a luxurious, creamy texture that’s bound to impress. It’s a versatile recipe that can be dressed up for special occasions or enjoyed as a simple, sweet treat. Bake, enjoy, and watch this cake become a new favorite in your recipe collection!

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