Chocolate banana cake with peanut butter cream cheese frosting –If you’re looking to celebrate with a delightful and moist banana birthday cake, you’ve come to the right place! This cake is not only a crowd-pleaser but also brings that warm, homey feel that makes every celebration truly special. Let’s dive into how to whip up this sweet treat that’s perfect for birthdays, gatherings, or just a personal indulgence. It’s time to bring some love into the kitchen!
Banana Birthday Cake with Salted Caramel Frosting
Check out this mouth-watering image that perfectly captures what you’re about to bake:
Now, let’s gather the ingredients for this irresistible cake:
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups mashed ripe bananas (about 4 medium bananas)
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup buttermilk
For the salted caramel frosting, you will need:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup salted caramel sauce
- 1-2 tablespoons milk (as needed for consistency)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 8-inch round cake pans.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In another bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Mix in the mashed bananas until well combined. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with buttermilk, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- Divide the batter evenly among the prepared pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool for about 10 minutes before removing from pans and transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
- For the frosting, beat the butter until creamy, then gradually add the powdered sugar. Mix in the salted caramel sauce, adding milk as needed to achieve the desired consistency.
- Once the cakes are completely cool, spread the frosting between the layers and on top of the cake. Drizzle additional caramel sauce over the top for that extra flair, and enjoy!
This banana birthday cake made with love is sure to be a hit at any celebration. Enjoy the sweet moments with family and friends!