Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
Equipment Needed
- Mixing bowls
- Electric mixer or whisk
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Rubber spatula
- 9-inch round cake pans
- Parchment paper (optional)
- Cooling rack
Step-by-Step Instructions
To start, I preheat my oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare my cake pans by greasing them well or lining them with parchment paper for easy release. In a mixing bowl, I mash the ripe bananas until smooth and set them aside. In another bowl, I cream the softened butter and sugar together until it’s light and fluffy, which takes about 3-5 minutes. Then, I add the eggs, one at a time, and mix in the vanilla extract. The sweet aroma always brings back fond memories! (See the next page below to continue steps…)