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Banana Cake with Spiced Vanilla Buttercream: The Ultimate Comfort Treat

Banana Cake with Spiced Vanilla Buttercream
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Banana Cake with Spiced Vanilla Buttercream is a rich and delightful dessert that combines the sweetness of ripe bananas with a spiced buttercream frosting, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 3 ripe bananas
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
  3. Add the softened butter and sugar to the bananas, mixing until well combined.
  4. Incorporate the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture, mixing just until combined.
  7. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and smooth the tops.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Prepare the spiced vanilla buttercream by whipping the softened butter, powdered sugar, and your choice of spices until fluffy.
  11. Once cakes are completely cool, frost with the buttercream and enjoy!

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, consider adding chopped nuts or chocolate chips to the batter.
  • Make sure your bananas are very ripe for the best sweetness.

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Keywords: Banana Cake, Spiced Vanilla Buttercream, Comfort Treat

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