Classic Banana Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

An easy, delicious old fashioned banana cake with cream cheese frosting. The perfect dessert for potlucks and bbq’s.

Today I’m sharing  a sweet little blast from the past, a classic old fashioned banana cake with cream cheese frosting. This cake is the kind of dessert that takes you back to simpler times with family and friends; it brings me right back to my grandmothers table. I’ve made this cake many times and it is always a family favorite. Grab your mixing bowl, and your spotted, brown bananas and let’s bake.

What You Need to Make Banana Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 4 teaspoon of unsalted butter, room temperature
• 2 tablespoons of canola oil
• 3/4 cup of granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs,  room temperature
• 1 egg white,  room temperature
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 4 large ripe bananas
• 1/4 cup of milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions for Banana Cake

• Preheat oven to 375. Line an 8 in pan with parchment paper and spray with non-stick cooking spray.
• Whisk together flour, baking powder, an salt, set aside.
• Using an electric mixer, beat oil, butter, and sugar. Beat in eggs and egg whites one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Mix in vanilla.
• In a separate bowl, mash bananas with milk. Set aside.
• Gradually add half of dry mixture into the  butter mixture. Mix in bananas. Mix in remaining dry ingredients. Pour into pan. Bake 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool cake in pan on wire rack.

Recipe Variations

• Chop up some walnuts or pecans and fold them into the batter for a nice crunchy texture that pairs beautifully with the soft cake.
• For a chocolatey twist, sprinkle some mini chocolate chips into the batter. Because everything’s better with chocolate, in my opinion.
• Add a teaspoon of cinnamon and a pinch of nutmeg to the batter for a warm, cozy flavor.
• Try swapping cream cheese frosting for a simple vanilla glaze or a whipped buttercream if you want something lighter or sweeter.
• Double the recipe and make two layers of cake, then stack them with frosting in the middle.

What To Serve With Classic Banana Cake

• A warm cup of coffee or a nicely brewed tea pairs well with this banana cake.
• A scoop of vanilla ice cream on the side turns this cake into a special dessert that’s perfect for informal celebrations.
• Top your slice of cake with a handful of fresh berries like raspberries or strawberries.
• A drizzle of caramel sauce takes the flavor level up a notch.

How to store cake

• Keep leftover cake in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Let the cake come to room temperature before eating for the best texture and flavor.
• For longer storage, wrap the cooled unfrosted cake tightly in plastic wrap and then in foil or place in airtight container. Freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight, frost and enjoy.

Need more banana recipes?

• Banana Bars with Browned Butter Glaze
• Double Chocolate Banana Bread with Cocoa Nibs
• Banana Cream Tarts
• Banana cupcakes with honey buttercream frosting

That’s All for Now

This old fashioned banana cake with cream cheese frosting is a great recipe for when you want something sweet and easy to whip together. It’s perfect for when those bananas get a little too ripe, but you are tired of your favorite banana bread. Whether you’re having it as an afternoon snack, a simple dessert, or sharing it with friends it’s a classic recipe that everyone will love.

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An easy, delicious old fashioned banana snack cake with buttercream frosting. Perfect for potlucks and bbq’s.

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• Yield: 9 servings 1x

Ingredients

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2 cups all-purpose flour

2 teaspoon baking powder

1/2 teaspoon salt

4 teaspoon of unsalted butter at room temperature

2 tablespoons of canola oil

3/4 cup of sugar

2 large eggs at room temperature

1 egg white at room temperature

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

4 large ripe bananas

1/4 cup of milk

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Directions for Banana Cake

• Preheat oven to 375. Line an 8 in pan with parchment paper and spray with non-stick cooking spray.
• Whisk together flour, baking powder, an salt, set aside.
• Using an electric mixer, beat oil, butter, and sugar. Beat in eggs and egg whites one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Mix in vanilla.
• In a separate bowl, mash bananas with milk. Set aside.
• Gradually add half of dry mixture into the  butter mixture. Mix in bananas. Mix in remaining dry ingredients. Pour into pan. Bake 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool cake in pan on wire rack.

• Author: Elizabeth
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Bakes