After a long quest for the best banana cake recipe, I finally found the one that is light and moist, and you can whip it up in no time. And I have to say, it has been an enjoyable journey for me and my not-so-little-anymore assistant (my son) – because we enjoy testing recipe after recipe and savoring every single bite during the taste test. Yum. I love how it comes out with a perfectly baked soft crust and moist center. It also has a lovely combination of buttery and banana flavors that will surely take you to the moon with happiness. You’ll love this recipe even more because it allows you to add more flavors, such as nuts and other fruity flavor combinations. This recipe is probably the most dependable banana cake I’ve made so far. I really can’t remember one that didn’t come out absolutely fabulicious.

Classic Banana Cake Recipe Ingredients

This cake is simple to make and comes together quickly. It is the ideal spur-of-the-moment cake and perfect for beginners, too. Because it is as simple as a dump, mix, and bake kinda cake. 😉 Bananas – Moist banana cake starts with juicy, overripe bananas with a few black spots on the peel and delightfully soft inside. The more spots your bananas have, the sweeter they are. Sweet, but not overpowering. A teaspoon of lemon juice with our mashed bananas enhances the flavor.Butter – Not only does this decadent ingredient adds a rich buttery flavor to our cake, but it also keeps it moist. But if you want a dairy-free version, coconut or canola oil works fine.Sugar – I used a combination of granulated and brown sugar for this cake. The white sugar will help our cake be firmer, while the brown sugar will help keep it moist while adding a caramel-like flavor. There are also a couple of sugar substitutes that you can use, like coconut sugar, date sugar, or honey. You can go for sugar-free substitutes such as erythritol, stevia, or sucralose if you’re reducing your sugar intake.Buttermilk – While this tangy and creamy ingredient is in charge of keeping our cake moist even during the following days. You can easily replace buttermilk with an equal amount of sour cream, plain yogurt, or dairy-free yogurt. 👌Flavorings – I added a tablespoon of lemon zest to give it a bright and refreshing citrusy flavor. And, of course, don’t forget the vanilla extract, too. All-Purpose Flour – I want my cake to be a little denser with the perfect crumble, so I opted for all-purpose flour. But cake flour makes it lighter, softer, and bouncier. Cream Cheese Frosting – The combination of heavy cream, butter, cream cheese, and powdered sugar makes the best cream cheese frosting. Plus, its smooth and velvety texture makes it easier to frost our banana cake. And, most of all, you’ll love its wonderful blend of sweet, creamy, and tangy flavors, making it the perfect frosting for our banana cake. I added vanilla extract to give it a creamy taste boost, but not too overpowering.

How to Make Moist Banana Cake

Prep the Dry Ingredients and the Bananas Mix the Wet Ingredients Make the Batter and Bake Cream Cheese Frosting Frost and Decorate the Cake

Recipe Variations

Tips and Tricks

Serving and Storage Instructions

I always have one or two bananas in a bunch that get too ripe for my liking, so I wait for them to get speckled in anticipation of making this fabulicious banana cake. And you can freeze your overripe bananas or the banana cake to have on hand when the craving hits or unexpected guests come knocking. And best of all, it still tastes delightfully delicious even without the frosting! Oh yes! ❤ Make-Ahead – Bake the cake as instructed and then wrap it tightly with a plastic wrap once cooled completely. It will keep for seven days in the fridge and three months in the freezer. I recommend frosting the cake a day before serving. Storing Leftovers – Store the leftovers in an airtight container or wrap the cake slices in plastic wrap slices individually. You can keep the leftover banana cake in the fridge for up to a week. And up to three months in the freezer to extend its shelf life.

What to Serve with Moist Banana Cake

You’ll love this cake with a hot cup of coffee. Aside from cream cheese frosting, you can also dust it with powdered sugar for a sweet decorative finish. Or choose from these toppings and frosting below to dress up our ultra-delicious cake. 😉

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Conclusion

Banana Cake is the perfect dessert/snack/breakfast for people on the go. And the cream cheese frosting is the icing on the cake, literally.😉 What special occasion do you plan on making this for? And if you love the results, please give the recipe a 5-star rating.❤️

Watch How to Make It

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