Banana Butter Cake – Moist, Buttery & Perfectly Sweet!

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This classic banana butter cake is incredibly soft, rich, and full of banana flavor, with a tender crumb that melts in your mouth. Made with simple ingredients, it’s an easy, foolproof dessert that’s perfect for breakfast, tea time, or anytime you have ripe bananas to use up!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

✅ Ultra-Moist & Fluffy – Thanks to ripe bananas and butter
✅ Simple Ingredients – No fancy techniques needed
✅ Perfect for Ripe Bananas – Uses up overripe fruit deliciously
✅ Versatile – Enjoy plain, with frosting, or as a base for trifles

Ingredients

For the Cake:

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp cinnamon (optional)
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3 medium ripe bananas, mashed (about 1 ¼ cups)
  • ¼ cup sour cream or yogurt (for extra moisture)

For Optional Glaze:

  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 1-2 tbsp milk or lemon juice
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Prep & Preheat

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8×4-inch loaf pan or 8-inch round pan.
  2. In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.

Step 2: Cream Butter & Sugar

  1. Beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy (~3 mins).
  2. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla.

Step 3: Add Bananas & Dry Ingredients

  1. Fold in mashed bananas and sour cream.
  2. Gradually add dry ingredients, mixing just until combined.

Step 4: Bake & Cool

  1. Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top.
  2. Bake 50-60 mins (loaf) or 30-35 mins (round pan) until a toothpick comes out clean.
  3. Cool 10 mins in pan, then transfer to a wire rack.

Step 5: Optional Glaze

  1. Whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
  2. Drizzle over cooled cake.

Tips for the Best Banana Butter Cake

🔹 Extra Ripe Bananas – The spottier, the sweeter and more flavorful!
🔹 Don’t Overmix – Stir until just combined for a tender crumb.
🔹 Storage – Keeps well at room temp for 3 days or freeze for 1 month.

Serving Suggestions

  • Spread with cream cheese frosting for a decadent treat.
  • Serve warm with vanilla ice cream for dessert.

Final Thoughts

This Banana Butter Cake is a foolproof way to turn ripe bananas into something magical—buttery, moist, and utterly irresistible.

Slice, savor, and enjoy! 🍌🍰✨

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