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Easy Banana Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

This Easy Banana Cake is a must-try! Moist, fluffy, and topped with rich cream cheese frosting, it's perfect for any occasion!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake:
  • 3 medium ripe bananas mashed
  • 8 tablespoons butter softened
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts optional
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
  • 8 tablespoons butter for frosting
  • 8 oz cream cheese room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon maple extract
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts optional, for topping

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer or whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • Spatula
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Instructions:
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan with butter or line it with parchment paper.
  3. Cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Mix in the mashed bananas and vanilla extract, followed by the eggs.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and kosher salt.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Fold in chopped nuts if using.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Cool the cake in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. In a mixing bowl, beat together the softened butter and cream cheese until smooth. Mix in the maple extract and powdered sugar.
  10. Once the cake is cool, spread the cream cheese frosting over the top and sprinkle with chopped nuts if desired.

Notes

  • Use ripe bananas for the best flavor and moisture.
  • Store the cake covered at room temperature for up to 2 days.
  • You can freeze the unfrosted cake for up to 3 months.