Description

This Cinnamon Swirl Banana Cake combines the irresistible flavors of ripe bananas and warm cinnamon, making it a perfect treat for any occasion. With a simple prep method and a delicious glaze, this homemade cake is sure to impress your family and friends.

Ingredients

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3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
3/4 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
3/4 cup granulated sugar
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
3 large eggs, at room temperature
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups mashed brown bananas, about 4 medium bananas
1 1/3 cups buttermilk, at room temperature
3/4 cup salted butter, softened
3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons butter, at room temperature
4 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
2 cups confectioner’s sugar
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2 to 3 tablespoons whole milk or heavy cream

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and kosher salt. Set aside.
In a stand mixer bowl, cream together the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth, about 3 minutes. Scrape the bowl as needed.
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing in the vanilla extract and mashed bananas until combined.
Gradually mix in the dry ingredients, alternating with buttermilk, starting and ending with the dry blend to avoid overmixing.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and set aside while making the cinnamon filling.
In a medium bowl, combine the softened butter, light brown sugar, all-purpose flour, and ground cinnamon until well-mixed.
Dollop the cinnamon filling over the cake batter and swirl with a butter knife.
Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Check early as oven temperatures vary.
Once done, let the cake cool for 10 to 15 minutes on a wire rack before glazing while warm.
For the glaze, beat the softened butter and cream cheese until smooth, then mix in the confectioner’s sugar, vanilla extract, and 2 tablespoons of milk.
If the glaze is too thick, add more milk, one teaspoon at a time, until desired consistency is reached. Spread the glaze over the warm cake, slice, and enjoy.

Notes

Make sure your bananas are very ripe for the best flavor.
You can substitute buttermilk with regular milk and a bit of vinegar for a similar effect.
For an extra touch, add chopped nuts or chocolate chips to the batter.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 piece
Calories: 350
Sugar: 28g
Sodium: 250mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 52g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 65mg