Description

This Cinnamon Swirl Banana Cake is a delightful treat combining ripe bananas and a creamy cinnamon swirl. Perfect for any occasion, this moist cake offers a tantalizing flavor profile and simple prep that will impress family and friends.

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. Grease or line a 9×13-inch metal baking pan with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, mix flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.
Beat butter and sugars until smooth and creamy, about 3 minutes, in a stand mixer or with a hand mixer, scraping the bowl as needed.
Add eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract and mashed bananas, mixing until combined, scraping the bowl again if needed.
With the mixer on low, alternate adding dry ingredients and buttermilk in three parts, ending with the dry ingredients—don’t over mix.
Spread the batter in the prepared pan and set aside while making the cinnamon filling.
In a medium bowl, mix softened butter, brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon until creamy.
Spot dollops of the filling on top of the batter and swirl it in using a butter knife.
Bake the cake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean from the center; check early to ensure it doesn't overbake.
Cool the cake on a wire rack for 10 to 15 minutes but don’t let it cool completely before adding the glaze.
To make the glaze, beat butter and cream cheese until smooth. Gradually mix in confectioner’s sugar, vanilla, and 2 tablespoons of milk; adjust consistency with more milk if needed.
Spread the glaze over the warm cake, cut into squares, and serve.

Notes

Make sure the bananas are ripe for the best flavor.
You can substitute half the butter with applesauce for a lighter version.
Top with nuts or additional cinnamon for added texture.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 square
Calories: 350
Sugar: 30g
Sodium: 250mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 50g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 40mg