## 🍌🍰 Banana Bread Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting – Ultimate Comfort! 🍰🍌
## Introduction
Get ready to indulge in a mouthwatering, homemade “Banana Bread Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting.” This treat satisfies your sweet tooth, fills your home with a welcoming aroma, and offers the perfect comforting dessert after a long day.
## Why Make This Recipe
Who doesn’t love a dessert that’s both delicious and easy to make? Not only is this recipe moist and flavorful, but it also lets you efficiently utilize those ripe bananas sitting on your counter. Rooftop gatherings, sunsets or just at the comfort of your couch; this dessert is suitable for every occasion or mood.
## How to Make Banana Bread Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
Making this delightful treat involves two major parts: preparing the banana bread cake & whipping up the cream cheese frosting. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to ace both.
## Ingredients
#### For the Banana Bread Cake:
– 1 1/2 cups mashed ripe bananas (about 3 bananas)
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon baking powder
– 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
– 3/4 cup granulated sugar
– 2 large eggs
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1/2 cup buttermilk
#### For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
– 8 oz cream cheese, softened
– 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 3 cups powdered sugar
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
## Directions
1. Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
3. In a large bowl, mix the mashed bananas, melted butter, and sugar until well combined. Add the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing thoroughly. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the buttermilk, until everything is just combined.
4. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool completely on a wire rack.
5. While the cake is cooling, prepare the frosting. In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until smooth and fluffy.
6. Once the cake is cool, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top. Slice and serve!
## How to Serve the Banana Bread Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
On its own, this treat is a deliciously satisfying dessert. However, serving the cake slightly warm alongside a scoop of vanilla ice cream can make it even more irresistible.
## How to Store Banana Bread Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
This cake can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. If refrigerated (recommended), it can last for up to a week.
## Tips to Make Banana Bread Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
– Always use ripe bananas for a stronger flavor and an easier mix.
– Make sure all your cold ingredients are at room temperature for a unified and well-combined batter.
## Variation (if any)
For a twist, add 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts or chocolate chips in the cake batter. For the frosting, a bit of lemon zest or ground cinnamon can make a delightful variant too.
## FAQs
#### Q1: Can I use unripe bananas for this recipe?
While you can use them, using overripe bananas does lead to a moister cake and stronger banana flavor.
#### Q2: Can I substitute sugar with honey?
Yes. You can use 1/2 of honey for every cup of sugar. However, note that honey has higher moisture content and may alter the texture and baking time of the cake.
#### Q3: Is there a substitute if I don’t have buttermilk?
A quick substitute for buttermilk is by adding 1 tablespoon of white vinegar or lemon juice to 1 cup of milk and letting it stand for 10 minutes.