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A close-up view of a slice of banana bread cake, showing the moist, dense crumb, thick layer of white cream cheese frosting, and a light dusting of cinnamon on top.

Banana Bread Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

A moist and fluffy banana bread baked as a cake and topped with rich cream cheese frosting. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or anytime you need a sweet banana fix!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Banana Bread Cake
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup mashed ripe bananas about 2–3 bananas
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Hand Mixer
  • 9x13 inch Baking Pan
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  2. Cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in mashed bananas, sour cream, and vanilla.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to wet mixture and stir until just combined.
  4. Spread batter into prepared pan. Bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool completely.
  5. For frosting, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla, mixing until fluffy.
  6. Spread cream cheese frosting evenly over cooled banana bread cake. Slice and serve.

Notes

For a nutty twist, sprinkle chopped walnuts or pecans over the frosted cake.