Description

Banana cake with cream cheese frosting is a heavenly dessert that combines the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with rich, creamy frosting. This moist cake is incredibly easy to make and perfect for any occasion, from birthdays to cozy family gatherings. Each bite offers a delightful balance of flavors and textures, making it a sure crowd-pleaser. Treat yourself and your loved ones to this irresistible sweet treat that’s bound to create cherished memories!

Ingredients

Scale

3–4 large ripe bananas (about 1 ½ cups mashed)
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
2 cups powdered sugar
Milk (1-2 tablespoons as needed)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two round cake pans.
In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth and set aside.
In another bowl, beat together eggs, both sugars, vanilla extract, and melted butter until creamy. Stir in mashed bananas.
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour and baking soda. Gradually add to wet ingredients until just combined.
Divide the batter between prepared pans and bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool in pans for ten minutes before transferring to wire racks.
For the frosting, beat cream cheese and butter together until fluffy. Gradually add powdered sugar and milk until desired consistency is reached.
Frost cooled cake layers and serve.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 300
Sugar: 27g
Sodium: 200mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: Use very ripe bananas for optimal sweetness. Add nuts or chocolate chips for variations. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.