Why You’ll Love This Banana Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

Got overripe bananas on your counter? Don’t toss them — transform them into a moist, fluffy banana cake topped with the most luscious cream cheese frosting. This isn’t banana bread; it’s a full-on dessert experience that tastes like a bakery-style treat!

Whether you’re serving it for birthdays, potlucks, or a cozy family dinner, this cake is always a winner. The combo of rich banana flavor and tangy-sweet frosting hits every note just right.

Ingredients

For the Banana Cake:

• 1 ½ cups mashed ripe bananas (about 3 medium)

• 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour

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• 1 ½ tsp baking powder

• 1 tsp baking soda

• ½ tsp salt

• ½ tsp cinnamon (optional)

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• ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened

• 1 ½ cups granulated sugar

• 2 large eggs

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 1 cup buttermilk (or milk + 1 tbsp vinegar)

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For the Cream Cheese Frosting:

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened

• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened

• 2 ½ cups powdered sugar

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

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• Pinch of salt

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