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Moist Best Banana Cake

Irresistibly Moist Best Banana Cake with Creamy Frosting

A delightful dessert made with overripe bananas that guarantees moisture and compliments—perfect for any occasion. Experience the Moist Best Banana Cake.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 45 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 3 medium Ripe Bananas Use those with plenty of brown spots for the best flavor.
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice Prevents banana oxidation.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 tsp Baking Soda
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 cup Butter (For Cake) Unsalted margarine is a dairy-free option.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Brown sugar can be used for a deeper flavor.
  • 2 large Eggs Consider flax eggs for a vegan option.
  • 1 tbsp Vanilla Extract
  • 1/2 cup Buttermilk Regular milk mixed with a splash of vinegar works in a pinch.
For the Frosting
  • 1/2 cup Butter (For Frosting) Coconut oil is a suitable dairy-free alternate.
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Vegan cream cheese can be used if needed.
  • 2 cups Icing Sugar Powdered erythritol is an option for low-sugar delight.

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 275°F (135°C) and prepare a 9x13-inch baking pan with butter and flour.
  2. Mash the ripe bananas in a medium bowl and add lemon juice to prevent browning. Set aside.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  4. Cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3 to 5 minutes.
  5. Gradually add the eggs and vanilla, mixing well after each addition until fully incorporated.
  6. Alternately add the dry ingredients and buttermilk to the wet mixture, mixing gently until just combined.
  7. Fold in the prepared banana mixture into the batter without deflating it.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 1 hour or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Cool the cake in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to the freezer for 45 minutes.
  10. Prepare the frosting by beating together the softened butter and cream cheese until smooth, then mix in vanilla and icing sugar.
  11. Frost the completely cooled cake with the cream cheese frosting.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure bananas are very ripe for maximum moisture and sweetness. Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting to prevent melting.

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