PEANUT BUTTER BANANA CAKE
This Peanut Butter Banana Cake is a moist and flavorful dessert, combining ripe bananas and creamy peanut butter. Topped with a rich peanut butter glaze, it’s perfect for any occasion and sure to be a family favorite!
Ingredients
- For the Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- ½ cup peanut butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 ripe bananas mashed
- ½ cup buttermilk
- For the Peanut Butter Glaze:
- ½ cup peanut butter
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 3 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat & Prep – Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients – In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
- Step 3: Cream Butter & Sugars – In another bowl, beat butter, peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla, then mix in mashed bananas.
- Step 4: Combine & Bake – Gradually add dry ingredients, alternating with buttermilk. Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Step 5: Make the Glaze – Whisk together peanut butter, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
- Step 6: Glaze & Serve – Pour glaze over the cooled cake. Slice and enjoy!
Notes
- Make Ahead: Bake the cake a day in advance and glaze before serving.
- Customizing the Flavor: Add chocolate chips or chopped nuts for extra texture.
- Serving Suggestions: Pair with vanilla ice cream or a glass of milk.
- Storage Tips: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.