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Strawberry Banana Cake

This Strawberry Banana cake is a delicious choice for a special occasion. It combines the flavors of fresh strawberries and ripe bananas, making it a delightful treat. The cake is topped with a rich cream cheese frosting. To make this cake, you’ll need fresh strawberries and bananas. The strawberries add a sweet and juicy flavor, while the bananas add moisture and a natural sweetness. The cream cheese frosting is creamy and rich, making it the perfect complement to the fruity cake.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Cake, Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients:

  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour – Provides structure to the cake. You can substitute with a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend if needed.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda – Helps the cake rise and stay fluffy.
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder – Ensures proper leavening.
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon – Adds a warm comforting flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt – Balances the sweetness and enhances flavors.

Wet Ingredients:

  • 1 large ripe banana mashed – Adds natural sweetness and moisture.
  • 1 cup diced strawberries – Fresh strawberries add fruity bursts of flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice – Helps prevent strawberries from becoming too mushy.
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar – Gives the cake a deeper caramel-like sweetness.
  • 1/2 cup white sugar – Balances the flavor and sweetness.
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk – Ensures a soft and tender texture. Substitute with 1/2 cup milk + 1/2 tablespoon vinegar if needed.
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened – Adds richness and moisture.
  • 1 large egg – Helps bind the ingredients together.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract – Enhances the cake’s flavor.

Cream Cheese Frosting

  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions
 

Step 1: Prepare the Baking Pan

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper or grease it with nonstick spray.

Step 2: Mash Bananas & Prepare Strawberries

  • In a medium bowl, mash the ripe banana with lemon juice to prevent browning.
  • Dice the strawberries into small pieces and gently fold them into the banana mixture.

Step 3: Cream Butter & Sugar

  • In a large mixing bowl, beat butter, brown sugar, and white sugar with an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy.
  • Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing on high speed until fully incorporated.

Step 4: Combine Dry & Wet Ingredients

  • Sift together flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt in a separate bowl.
  • Alternately add flour mixture and buttermilk to the wet ingredients, mixing gently until just combined.
  • Fold in the banana and strawberry mixture with a spatula, being careful not to overmix.

Step 5: Bake the Cake

  • Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
  • Bake for 35-40 minutes, checking at 35 minutes with a toothpick inserted into the center. If it comes out clean, the cake is ready.
  • For extra moisture, cover the cake with plastic wrap and freeze for 45 minutes after baking. Alternatively, let it cool completely before frosting.

Cream Cheese Frosting

  • Beat cream cheese and powdered sugar with an electric mixer until smooth.
  • Slowly add heavy cream while mixing.
  • Stir in vanilla extract and continue mixing until fluffy.
  • Spread frosting over the cooled cake and serve.

Notes

Use ripe bananas for the best sweetness and moisture.
Don’t overmix to keep the cake light and tender.
Always let the cake cool fully before frosting to prevent melting.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Keyword Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting, Fresh fruit dessert, Moist cake with strawberries, Strawberry banana cake