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Banana Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

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A moist and flavorful banana cake made with ripe bananas and simple pantry ingredients, topped with a rich cream cheese frosting.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1 1/2 cups white sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup mashed ripe bananas
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
  • 1/2 cup butter (for frosting)
  • 8 ounces cream cheese
  • 3 1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  5. Mix in mashed bananas, sour cream, and vanilla extract.
  6. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
  7. Fold in chopped walnuts.
  8. Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  9. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  10. Allow cake to cool completely before frosting.
  11. To make frosting, beat butter and cream cheese until smooth.
  12. Add confectioners’ sugar and vanilla extract, beating until creamy.
  13. Spread frosting evenly over the cooled cake and serve.

Notes

  • Use overripe bananas for the best flavor and moisture.
  • You can omit walnuts or substitute with pecans.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
  • Let the cake come to room temperature before serving for best texture.

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