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The Best Banana Cake – So Delicious and Super Easy Recipe

The Best Banana Cake – So Delicious and Super Easy Recipe
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4.9 from 26 reviews

This moist, flavorful banana cake is easy to make and perfect for any occasion. Made with ripe mashed bananas, tangy buttermilk, and topped with a creamy cream cheese frosting, it offers a delightful balance of sweetness and texture. The cake stays super moist by a unique freezing step after baking, making it an irresistible treat for banana lovers.

Ingredients

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Cake Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups ripe mashed bananas
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup butter, softened
  • 2 1/8 cups sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups buttermilk

Frosting Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 1/2 cups icing sugar
  • Optional: chopped walnuts or decorative hearts for topping

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 275°F (135°C). Grease and flour a 9 x 13-inch baking pan to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix Banana and Lemon Juice: In a small bowl, combine the mashed bananas with lemon juice to enhance flavor and prevent browning. Set aside.
  3. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, sift or whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set this mixture aside.
  4. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened 3/4 cup butter and sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy, incorporating air for a tender crumb.
  5. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time to ensure they incorporate well, then stir in 2 teaspoons vanilla extract for flavor.
  6. Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Gradually add the flour mixture alternately with the buttermilk to the creamed butter mixture. Stir in the banana and lemon juice mixture until evenly blended.
  7. Pour and Bake: Pour the completed batter into the prepared pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Freeze to Moisturize: Remove the cake from the oven and place it directly into the freezer for 45 minutes. This step locks in moisture and keeps the cake incredibly moist.
  9. Prepare Frosting: For the frosting, cream together the softened butter and cream cheese until smooth and combined. Beat in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  10. Add Icing Sugar: Add the icing sugar slowly, beating on low speed until combined, then increase speed to high and beat until the frosting is light and smooth.
  11. Frost the Cake: Spread the cream cheese frosting evenly on the cooled cake to cover the top.
  12. Optional Decoration: Sprinkle chopped walnuts or decorative hearts over the top of the frosting for an extra touch before serving.

Notes

  • Using ripe bananas ensures maximum sweetness and moisture in the cake.
  • Freezing the cake after baking is key for maintaining moisture, but you can skip this step if in a hurry; expect a slightly drier texture.
  • Buttermilk creates a tender crumb and adds a subtle tang; if unavailable, use milk with a splash of lemon juice or vinegar as a substitute.
  • Make sure all butter and cream cheese are softened for smooth mixing without lumps.
  • Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, and bring to room temperature before serving.
  • Feel free to add nuts inside the batter for a different texture.

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Keywords: banana cake, cream cheese frosting, easy banana dessert, moist banana cake, homemade cake

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