Honey Banana Bread Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting [2025]

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Honey Banana Bread Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This Honey Banana Bread Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting is soft, moist, and full of natural sweetness from ripe bananas and golden honey. 🍌🍯 It’s the perfect blend of classic banana bread comfort and cake-like decadence. Topped with a rich cream cheese frosting, this easy-to-make treat is perfect for breakfast, snack time, or dessert. It’s warm, cozy, and guaranteed to become a go-to favorite.

Ingredients

For the Cake:
3 ripe bananas, mashed
½ cup honey
2 large eggs
½ cup unsalted butter, melted
¼ cup milk
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
½ tsp cinnamon
¼ tsp salt

For the Frosting:
8 oz cream cheese, softened
¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
1 ½ cups powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8-inch or 9×9-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together mashed bananas, honey, eggs, melted butter, milk, and vanilla.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
  4. Stir dry ingredients into the banana mixture just until combined.
  5. Pour batter into the prepared dish and smooth the top.
  6. Bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Cool completely before frosting.
  8. To make the frosting, beat cream cheese and butter until creamy. Add powdered sugar and vanilla; beat until fluffy.
  9. Spread frosting over cooled cake and chill slightly before serving.

Servings and Timing

Serves: 9–12
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Bake Time: 35 minutes
Cooling & Frosting: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes

Variations

  • Add ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans for crunch.
  • Swap honey with maple syrup for a deeper flavor.
  • Stir in mini chocolate chips for a fun twist.
  • Use whole wheat flour for a fiber boost.

Storage and Reheating

Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Let sit at room temperature before serving. Cake can be frozen (unfrosted) for up to 2 months. Thaw and frost before serving. Do not microwave frosted cake.

FAQs

Can I use frozen bananas?
Yes! Just thaw and drain any excess liquid before using.
Can I skip the frosting?
Absolutely — it’s delicious on its own or with a dusting of powdered sugar.
Can I double the recipe?
Yes, bake in a 9×13-inch pan and adjust the baking time to about 40–45 minutes.

Conclusion

This Honey Banana Bread Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting brings together everything you love in one delicious slice — natural sweetness, comforting flavor, and creamy richness. Whether served for brunch or dessert, it’s a crowd-pleaser that’s as simple as it is satisfying.

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