Homemade Banana Cake with Creamy Cream Cheese Frosting
This delightful banana cake combines the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with a rich, creamy cream cheese frosting, making it perfect for any occasion.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Electric Mixer
- 9-inch Round Cake Pans
- Spatula
- Wire Rack
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 3-4 medium Ripe Bananas Mashed, about 1 ½ to 2 cups needed.
- 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Spoon into measuring cup and level off.
- 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Leavening agent for cake rise.
- 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Works with baking soda for rise.
- ½ teaspoon Salt Enhances flavors.
- 1 cup Sugar Granulated sugar for sweetness.
- ½ cup Unsalted Butter Softened to room temperature.
- 2 large Eggs At room temperature.
- ½ cup Milk Whole milk or any preferred type.
- 8 oz Cream Cheese Softened for frosting.
- 2 cups Powdered Sugar Sifted before use to avoid lumps.
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Flavoring Enhances frosting flavor.
- 1-2 tablespoons Milk or Cream To adjust frosting consistency.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- Mash the ripe bananas until smooth, about 1 ½ to 2 cups.
- Cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Mix in the mashed bananas until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to banana mixture, alternating with milk.
- Pour batter into prepared pans and smooth the tops.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire rack to cool completely.
- Prepare frosting by beating cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and mix until incorporated.
- Add milk or cream to achieve desired frosting consistency, then mix in vanilla.
- Once cakes are cooled, frost the top of one layer, place the second layer on top, and frost the top and sides.
- Garnish with banana slices or chopped nuts if desired.
- Slice and serve to enjoy!
Notes
For variations, consider adding nuts, spices, or chocolate to the batter. Adjust frosting sweetness as desired.