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Banana Cake With Cream Cheese Frosting

A moist and fluffy banana cake topped with luxurious cream cheese frosting, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup mashed ripe bananas about 2-3 bananas
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tablespoon milk optional

Equipment

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

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  4. In another bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  5. Mix in the eggs, vanilla extract, and mashed bananas until well combined.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with sour cream.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
  8. Bake for 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  9. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a cooling rack.
  10. Once completely cool, frost with cream cheese frosting.

Notes

For the best flavor, use very ripe bananas with lots of brown spots.