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Banana Bread Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

Banana Bread Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

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Indulge in the delightful experience of making Banana Bread Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting, a moist and flavorful treat that takes your traditional banana bread to new heights. This cake features perfectly ripe bananas, creating a tender texture that harmonizes beautifully with a rich cream cheese frosting. Whether you’re enjoying it as an afternoon snack or serving it at a special gathering, this recipe is sure to impress everyone. With straightforward steps and easily accessible ingredients, even novice bakers can create this delicious dessert. Share it with friends and family or savor it all to yourself—it’s a versatile cake that fits any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 3 ripe bananas (mashed, about 1 ½ cups)
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • ½ tsp salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) for even baking.
  2. In a large bowl, combine mashed bananas and softened butter until smooth. Mix in eggs and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually fold this mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined.
  4. Pour the batter into a greased loaf pan and bake for about 50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  5. While cooling, beat softened cream cheese with an electric mixer. Gradually add powdered sugar and salt until creamy.
  6. Once cooled, frost the cake generously with cream cheese frosting. Slice and enjoy!

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