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Pioneer Woman Banana Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe

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This delightful banana cake is moist and fluffy, perfectly complemented by a rich cream cheese frosting. It’s a heartwarming treat that brings back memories and creates new ones.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup butter (softened)
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup mashed bananas (about 3 bananas)
  • 1/2 cup butter (softened)
  • 1 bar cream cheese (softened (8 oz))
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures even baking, so your cake rises beautifully.
  2. Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan. This step is crucial to prevent sticking. You want to see a light dusting of flour on the greased pan.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together 1/2 cup of softened butter and 1 1/2 cups of granulated sugar until light and fluffy. This should take about 3-4 minutes using an electric mixer on medium speed.
  4. Add in the 2 large eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Ensure the mixture is fully combined and looks smooth before moving on.
  5. Mix in 1 cup of sour cream and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until well incorporated. This adds richness and flavor.
  6. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt. This helps to evenly distribute the leavening agent and salt.
  7. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed just until combined. Be careful not to overmix, or you’ll end up with a dense cake.
  8. Fold in 1 cup of mashed bananas gently with a spatula until just combined. You want visible banana pieces for flavor and texture.
  9. Pour the batter into your prepared baking pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Bake for 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  10. Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
  11. While the cake cools, prepare the frosting. In a mixing bowl, beat together 1/2 cup of softened butter and 1 bar (8 oz) of softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
  12. Add in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and gradually mix in 3 cups of powdered sugar, alternating with 2 tablespoons of heavy whipping cream until you reach your desired consistency. It should be fluffy and spreadable.
  13. Once the cake is completely cool, spread the cream cheese frosting generously over the top. Use a spatula to create swirls for a beautiful finish.
  14. Serve slices to your delighted friends and family, and enjoy the compliments!

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Keywords: One common mistake is overmixing the batter. This can lead to a tough cake, so mix just until the ingredients are combined. Use a sturdy stand mixer for the frosting to ensure it gets light and fluffy, which makes it easier to spread on the cake.

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