Banana Cake and Old Fashioned Icing

Indulge in the timeless flavors of this Banana Cake with Old-Fashioned Icing, the perfect marriage of moist, tender banana-infused cake and a velvety, nostalgic glaze. Made with ripe, mashed bananas and a hint of buttermilk, this dessert delivers a rich, homemade taste that’s both comforting and irresistible. The old-fashioned icing, crafted with powdered sugar, melted butter, and a touch of vanilla, adds a perfect layer of sweetness and charm. This easy-to-follow recipe is ready in under an hour and makes a delightful treat for family gatherings, potlucks, or anytime you crave a classic dessert. Whether served as a snack, dessert, or a sweet breakfast, this banana cake is sure to become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 41/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup brown sugar, packed
• 3 medium ripe bananas, mashed
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup buttermilk
• 2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
• 2 tablespoons whole milk
• 0.25 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for icing)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a separate mixing bowl, cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy using an electric mixer.

Step 4

Add the mashed bananas to the butter-sugar mixture and mix until well combined. Then, add the eggs and vanilla extract, beating until smooth.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the buttermilk. Start and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined; be careful not to overmix.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.

Step 8

While the cake is cooling, prepare the old-fashioned icing. In a medium bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, whole milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth and glossy.

Step 9

Once the banana cake is fully cooled, spread the icing evenly over the top using an offset spatula.

Step 10

Slice into servings and enjoy this classic, comforting dessert.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1595.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4825.8

Total Fat 162.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 97.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 776.6mg	0%
Sodium 3675.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 819.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.7g	0%
Total Sugars 592.5g
Protein 47.3g	0%

Vitamin D 156.9IU	0%
Calcium 408.0mg	0%
Iron 15.2mg	0%
Potassium 2067.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 29.7%

Protein: 3.8%

Carbs: 66.5%