Description

This Cinnamon Swirl Banana Cake brings together the delightful taste of ripe bananas and sweet cinnamon in a moist, flavorful cake. It’s perfect for breakfast or a sweet snack, providing a heartwarming feel to every bite with easy preparation and fantastic flavor.

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 and prepare a 9×13-inch metal baking pan with grease or parchment paper.
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt; set aside.
In a mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and sugars using a mixer for about 3 minutes. Scrape down the bowl as needed.
Add the eggs one at a time and mix in the vanilla extract and mashed bananas until fully combined.
With the mixer on low, gradually incorporate the dry ingredients alternating with the buttermilk. Avoid overmixing.
Spread the batter in the prepared baking pan and set aside while making the cinnamon filling.
In a medium bowl, mix the softened butter, brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon until smooth and creamy.
Drop dollops of the cinnamon mixture over the batter, swirling it in gently with a butter knife.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, testing with a toothpick in the center.
Once done, remove from the oven and let it cool for 10 to 15 minutes but aim for warmth when adding the glaze.
To prepare the glaze, beat together the butter and cream cheese until smooth, then mix in the confectioner’s sugar, vanilla, and 2 tablespoons of milk, adjusting the milk for desired consistency.
Spread the glaze over the warm cake, cut into squares, and serve.

Notes

Ensure your butter and eggs are at room temperature for better mixing results.
To enhance flavor, feel free to add chopped nuts or chocolate chips to the batter.
Store any leftover cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 350
Sugar: 25g
Sodium: 220mg
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 46g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 45mg