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The Best Banana Cake

This recipe uses real bananas for rich, natural flavor and is topped with a silky-smooth banana glaze.

Ingredients

For the Cake:

  • 3 ripe bananas, mashed
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup buttermilk (or milk + 1 tsp vinegar)
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon (optional, for warmth)

For the Banana Frosting:

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons mashed banana
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1–2 tablespoons milk (for consistency)

For Garnish:

  • 1 banana, sliced (for topping)

Instructions

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prepare the Cake Batter

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or 9-inch round cake pan.
  • In a large bowl, beat butter, sugar, and brown sugar until creamy.
  • Add eggs, mashed bananas, vanilla extract, and buttermilk, mixing well.

2. Mix the Dry Ingredients

  • In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
  • Gradually fold into the banana mixture, stirring until just combined.

3. Bake the Cake

  • Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan.
  • Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting.

4. Make the Banana Frosting

  • In a bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, mashed banana, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
  • Add milk 1 tablespoon at a time, until the frosting is smooth and pourable.

5. Assemble & Garnish

  • Spread the banana frosting evenly over the cooled cake.
  • Top with sliced bananas for a beautiful finish.

Notes

Tips for the Best Banana Cake

✅ Use overripe bananas – The riper, the sweeter and more flavorful the cake.
✅ Don’t overmix the batter – Mix until just combined for a light, fluffy texture.
✅ Use buttermilk – It keeps the cake extra soft and moist.
✅ Let the cake cool before frosting – Otherwise, the frosting will melt.
✅ For a richer frosting – Add cream cheese for a tangy, smooth finish!

  • Author: niold.com