Description

This Banana Bread Cake is the ultimate treat, combining the comforting flavors of banana bread with the soft, moist texture of a cake. Topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting and garnished with fresh banana slices, toffee bits, or nuts, this cake is perfect for dessert, brunch, or any occasion. The natural sweetness of ripe bananas, combined with warm cinnamon and a hint of vanilla, makes every bite irresistible. Whether you enjoy it with a cup of coffee or as a show-stopping treat, this easy-to-make cake is sure to become a household favorite!

Ingredients

For the Cake:

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
3 ripe bananas, mashed (about 1 1/2 cups)
1/2 cup milk

For the Cream Cheese Frosting:

8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1–2 tablespoons milk (to adjust consistency)

Optional Toppings:

Sliced bananas
Chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)
Toffee bits or chocolate chips
Caramel drizzle

Instructions

1. Preheat & Prepare the Pan

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.

2. Mix the Dry Ingredients

In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Set aside.

3. Cream Butter & Sugars

In a large bowl, beat butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy.

4. Add Wet Ingredients

Mix in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
Stir in the mashed bananas and sour cream (or Greek yogurt).

5. Combine Wet & Dry Ingredients

Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture, alternating with milk.
Mix until just combined; do not overmix.

6. Bake the Cake

Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

7. Cool the Cake

Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

8. Make the Cream Cheese Frosting

Beat cream cheese and butter together until smooth.
Add powdered sugar, then mix in vanilla extract and milk to reach a spreadable consistency.

9. Frost & Decorate

Spread frosting evenly over the cooled cake.
Garnish with banana slices, nuts, or caramel drizzle.
Slice and enjoy!

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes