1️⃣ Prep & Preheat
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9x13-inch baking pan (or two 9-inch round pans for a layer cake).
2️⃣ Make the Banana Cake
Whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a bowl.
In another bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy.
Beat in eggs, vanilla, and mashed bananas.
Alternate adding dry ingredients and Greek yogurt, mixing until just combined.
Pour batter into prepared pan and bake 30-35 mins (or until a toothpick comes out clean).
3️⃣ Make the Frosting
Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth.
Gradually add powdered sugar, vanilla, and salt, beating until fluffy.
4️⃣ Assemble & Decorate
Let cake cool completely, then frost with cream cheese frosting.
Top with nuts, caramel, or banana slices if desired.
π₯ Pro Tips
πΉ Use overripe bananas – The spottier, the sweeter!
πΉ Don’t overmix batter – Keeps the cake tender.
πΉ Chill frosting – If too soft, refrigerate for 15 mins before spreading.
π½️ Serving Ideas
Brunch centerpiece – Pair with coffee or mimosas
Dessert masterpiece – Serve with vanilla ice cream
Gift it – Package slices in pretty boxes
π Variations
Chocolate chip – Fold in 1 cup chocolate chips
Nutty crunch – Add 1/2 cup chopped walnuts to the batter
Spiced – Add 1/2 tsp ginger or cardamom
π¦ Storage Tips
Fridge: Up to 5 days (covered).
Freeze: Unfrosted cake wraps well for 3 months.
Final Verdict: Banana Bread’s Glamorous Upgrade! ✨
This moist, spiced banana cake with luxurious cream cheese frosting is a showstopper—whether for a special occasion or just because!
Ready to bake? Grab those bananas and let’s go! π