BANANA CAKE WITH CREAM-CHEESE FROSTING

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Tangy cream-cheese frosting freckled with grated dark chocolate is sandwiched between layers of moist banana cake in this truly celebration-worthy dessert--everyday banana bread just can't compete! Make the frosting first so it can chill while you prepare the cake.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cake Recipes

Time 2h

Yield Makes one 9-inch layer cake

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 pound cream cheese, room temperature
1 stick unsalted butter, room temperature
1 pound confectioners' sugar (about 3 1/2 cups)
Pinch kosher salt
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, plus more, room temperature, for pans
2 1/2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 cup safflower or other neutral-flavored oil
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
3 ripe bananas, mashed (1 1/4 cups)
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
1/2 cup buttermilk, room temperature
1 ounce dark chocolate, grated on the large holes of a box grater (about 1/3 cup), plus more shaved with a vegetable peeler, for decorating

Steps:

  • Frosting:In the bowl of a mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat cream cheese on medium-low speed until smooth, about 1 minute. Beat in butter until smooth, 2 minutes. Reduce speed to low and beat in confectioners' sugar and salt until well combined.
  • Increase speed to medium and beat until frosting is smooth and fluffy, about 1 minute. Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate until firm, at least 3 hours and up to overnight.
  • Cake:Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Lightly brush two 9-inch round cake pans with room-temperature butter. Line bottoms of pans with parchment rounds; lightly brush parchment with butter.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter, oil, granulated sugar, and bananas. Whisk in eggs and vanilla until well combined. Stir in flour mixture in two additions, alternating with buttermilk and beginning and ending with flour.
  • Divide batter between prepared pans and bake until cakes are golden and a tester inserted in centers comes out clean, 35 to 40 minutes. Transfer pans to a wire rack; let cool 15 minutes. Turn cakes out onto rack, remove parchment, and let cool completely. Cakes can be frozen, tightly wrapped in plastic, up to 2 months.
  • Place a cake layer, bottom-side down, on a cake stand. In a small bowl, stir grated chocolate into 1 cup frosting. Using an offset spatula, spread frosting evenly over top of cake. Top with remaining cake layer, bottom-side up. Refrigerate until firm, about 15 minutes. Spread remaining frosting evenly over top and sides of cake. Top with shaved chocolate. Cake can be assembled and refrigerated up to 1 day in advance; bring to room temperature before serving.

Ede “Ede” Cantarero
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I love this banana cake! It's so easy to make, and it always turns out perfect.


Carl Rumple
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This is the best banana cake I've ever had. It's moist, flavorful, and the cream cheese frosting is to die for.


Javed Sultan
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This cake was a disaster! It didn't rise properly, and the frosting was too runny.


Who'sDany
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I've been making this banana cake for years, and it's always a favorite. It's the perfect comfort food.


qhall242 1
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This cake is perfect for any occasion. It's simple to make, but it always impresses.


Shadman Shihab
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I'm not a big fan of banana cake, but this recipe changed my mind. It was so good, I ate two pieces!


Leela Upasena
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I made this cake for a potluck, and it was a big hit. Everyone raved about how moist and delicious it was.


Mansoor Laghmane
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The cake was dry and the frosting was too thick. I wouldn't recommend this recipe.


Ashley Yeary
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This cake was a little too sweet for my taste, but the cream cheese frosting was delicious.


Nm Amugy
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I've tried many banana cake recipes, but this one is by far the best. It's the perfect balance of moistness and flavor.


Monty 4 YTUK
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This banana cake is so moist and flavorful. I love the cream cheese frosting, too.


Demika Lacoste
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I made this cake for my daughter's birthday party, and it was a hit! The kids loved it, and the adults did too.


Riyazul Islam
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This was my first time making banana cake, and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow, and the cake was delicious.


Ahnijka Bellamy
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I've made this banana cake countless times, and it never disappoints. It's moist, flavorful, and always a crowd-pleaser.


Doremi R√∏se
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This banana cake was a huge success! My family loved it, and it was gone in no time. The cream cheese frosting was the perfect finishing touch.