Get ready to experience a dessert that's about to revolutionize your baking game! This Banana Cream Cheese Bundt is not just a cake—it's a decadent journey of moist, creamy perfection that transforms ordinary ingredients into an extraordinary culinary masterpiece. Imagine sinking your fork into a rich, tender cake that marries the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with the luxurious smoothness of cream cheese, creating a dessert so irresistible, you'll want to share it with everyone—or maybe not!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 60 mins
Total Time: 1 hrs 15 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 servings
Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Thoroughly grease and flour a 10-inch bundt pan, ensuring all crevices are well-coated to prevent sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy, using an electric mixer on medium speed for about 3-4 minutes.
- Add softened cream cheese to the butter-sugar mixture and continue beating until smooth and well incorporated.
- Incorporate mashed ripe bananas and vanilla extract into the mixture, mixing until evenly combined.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition to ensure a smooth and uniform batter.
- In a separate bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt to remove any lumps.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, which can result in a dense cake.
- Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan, spreading it evenly and smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove from oven and let the cake cool in the pan for 15 minutes before carefully inverting onto a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with a cream cheese glaze if desired before serving.
Tips
- Use overripe bananas for maximum flavor and natural sweetness
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for smoother mixing
- Don't overmix the batter—mix just until ingredients are combined
- Grease your bundt pan meticulously to prevent sticking
- Check cake doneness with a toothpick—it should come out clean
- Let the cake cool completely before removing from the pan
- Optional: Enhance presentation with a cream cheese glaze or powdered sugar dusting
- Store in an airtight container to maintain moisture and freshness
- For extra richness, consider adding chopped nuts or chocolate chips to the batter
- Serve slightly warm for the most decadent experience
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 350kcal
Carbohydrates: 45g
Protein: 6g
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 11g
Cholesterol: 95mg
