Description
Homemade banana bread cake with cream offers a delightful twist on classic comfort desserts. Rich banana flavors blend perfectly with smooth cream, creating a moist and irresistible treat you won’t want to miss.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 ripe bananas
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 2 large eggs
Sweeteners and Binding:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Moisture and Leavening:
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
Cream Topping:
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and generously grease a 9-inch cake pan with butter, ensuring complete coverage to prevent sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, thoroughly mash the ripe bananas until they reach a smooth, creamy consistency with minimal lumps.
- Cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until the mixture becomes light, fluffy, and pale yellow, approximately 3-4 minutes using an electric mixer.
- Incorporate eggs one at a time into the butter-sugar mixture, blending thoroughly after each addition to create a uniform texture.
- Fold in honey and vanilla extract, stirring gently to distribute the sweeteners evenly throughout the batter.
- In a separate bowl, sift together flour, baking soda, and salt to eliminate potential clumps and ensure even distribution of leavening agents.
- Alternately add the dry flour mixture and sour cream to the banana batter, mixing gently after each addition to maintain a smooth, consistent texture.
- Pour the prepared batter into the greased cake pan, smoothing the top with a spatula to create an even surface.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center emerges clean and the top turns golden brown.
- Remove from oven and allow the cake to cool completely in the pan for approximately 30 minutes.
- For the cream topping, beat cream cheese until smooth, then gradually mix in powdered sugar and heavy cream until the frosting reaches a creamy, spreadable consistency.
- Once the cake has cooled, carefully remove from the pan and generously spread the cream cheese frosting over the top, creating elegant swirls or a smooth finish.
- Slice and serve at room temperature, optionally garnishing with additional banana slices or a light dusting of powdered sugar.
Notes
- Ripen bananas quickly by placing them in a brown paper bag with an apple or tomato at room temperature for 1-2 days, which accelerates the natural ethylene gas production.
- Swap sour cream with Greek yogurt for a tangier flavor and healthier alternative without compromising the cake’s moisture and texture.
- Create a gluten-free version by substituting all-purpose flour with a cup-for-cup gluten-free flour blend, ensuring the same tender crumb and soft consistency.
- Prevent banana browning during mashing by adding a small splash of lemon juice, which helps maintain the fruit’s fresh appearance and adds a subtle brightness to the batter.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 368
- Sugar: 30 g
- Sodium: 260 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 49 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg