Description

Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavors with this Banana Cake topped with zesty Lemon Cream Cheese Frosting. Perfectly moist and fluffy, this cake captures the essence of ripe bananas and tangy lemon, creating a dessert that’s both comforting and refreshing. Ideal for celebrations or just to brighten your day, this easy-to-make treat will leave everyone wanting more!

Ingredients

Scale

3 ripe bananas (about 1.5 cups mashed)
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
2 large eggs (room temperature)
1/2 cup vegetable oil (or melted butter)
1 tbsp lemon zest
2 tbsp lemon juice
8 oz cream cheese (full-fat)
1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
Mash ripe bananas until smooth; mix in eggs, oil, lemon juice, and vanilla until well blended.
Gradually fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
Divide batter evenly between prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Let cakes cool completely before frosting with lemon cream cheese frosting.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 100g)
Calories: 320
Sugar: 24g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 44g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 45mg

Keywords: For added texture, consider mixing in chopped nuts or chocolate chips. Store leftover cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or refrigerate for up to a week.