Banana Bread Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

Ingredients

For the Banana Bread Cake:

• 2 to 3 ripe bananas, mashed
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
• 1/4 cup milk

For the Cream Cheese Frosting:

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan or line with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then stir in vanilla extract and mashed bananas.
5. Mix in the sour cream and milk, then gradually add the dry ingredients. Stir until just combined—do not overmix.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
7. Let the cake cool completely before frosting.

Make the Cream Cheese Frosting:

1. In a bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy.
2. Add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Beat until fluffy and smooth.
3. Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled banana bread cake.

Optional Garnish: Top with chopped walnuts, sliced bananas, or a dusting of cinnamon.

Let me know if you want a version with nuts, chocolate chips, or a layered twist! 🍰