Indulge in the heavenly combination of cinnamon and banana with this moist and decadent cinnamon banana cream cake. This recipe is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth and impress your friends and family. With a fluffy cinnamon-infused cake, a layer of creamy banana filling, and a luscious cream cheese frosting, this cake is a showstopper. Perfect for any occasion, this cinnamon banana cream cake will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
- For the Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- For the Banana Filling:
- 2 ripe bananas
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/4 cup water
- For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- For Garnish:
- Ground cinnamon
- Sliced bananas
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Add the mashed bananas to the butter mixture and mix well. Gradually add the dry ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Smooth the tops with a spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean. Remove from the oven and let cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Transfer the cakes to a wire rack to cool completely.
- To prepare the banana filling, mash the ripe bananas in a small bowl. In a saucepan, combine the mashed bananas, granulated sugar, lemon juice, cornstarch, and water. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and boils. Remove from heat and let cool.
- To make the cream cheese frosting, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together in a large bowl until smooth and creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar and mix until well combined. Stir in the vanilla extract and ground cinnamon.
- Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of banana filling over the cake, leaving a small border around the edge. Place the second cake layer on top and press gently to secure. Frost the top and sides of the cake with the cream cheese frosting.
- Garnish with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon and sliced bananas. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Slice and serve this delicious cinnamon banana cream cake to enjoy a slice of heaven!
