Ingredients
2 ripe bananas, mashed
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup sugar
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 cup sour cream
For the Frosting:
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup butter, softened
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
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Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking dish.
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Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
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Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
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Add Wet Ingredients: Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the mashed bananas and vanilla extract.
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Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the sour cream, mixing until combined.
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Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared dish and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
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Make Frosting: While the cake is cooling, beat together the cream cheese, butter, and vanilla extract until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar and beat until fluffy.
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Frost and Serve: Once the cake has cooled, frost it with the cream cheese frosting and serve!
Notes
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Add Nuts: Stir in chopped walnuts or pecans for a bit of crunch.
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Spices: Add cinnamon or nutmeg for extra flavor.
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Chocolate Chips: Mix in mini chocolate chips for a sweeter touch.
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Vegan Version: Substitute the butter and eggs with plant-based alternatives and use dairy-free cream cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
