Banana Bread Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

Directions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
2. Prepare the banana bread cake: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon (if using). Set aside.
3. Mix the wet ingredients: In another bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract and mashed bananas.
4. Combine the wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the buttermilk. Start and end with the dry ingredients. Mix just until combined—don’t overmix.
5. Bake the cake: Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it out evenly. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
6. Make the cream cheese frosting: While the cake is cooling, prepare the frosting. Beat together the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt, and beat until the frosting is light and fluffy.
7. Frost the cake: Once the banana bread cake has completely cooled, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top using a spatula. You can decorate the cake with banana slices or a sprinkle of cinnamon for a little extra flair.
8. Serve and enjoy: Slice the cake into squares and serve! This Banana Bread Cake is perfect with a cup of coffee or tea, and it makes a great dessert for any celebration or gathering.

Why You’ll Love This Cake

This Banana Bread Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting is the perfect balance of moist and flavorful banana bread and the irresistible sweetness of cream cheese frosting. The cake itself is soft, dense, and packed with banana flavor, while the frosting adds a rich, tangy contrast that makes every bite even more delicious.

It’s incredibly versatile—great for breakfast, a snack, or a dessert. And the best part? It’s an easy, one-bowl cake that’s sure to impress your family, friends, or guests!

I hope this recipe inspires you to bake something extra special! Let me know if you have any questions or want to customize the recipe further. Enjoy baking! 🍌🍰