This Blueberry Banana Cake with Cream Cheese Icing is the perfect combination of sweet ripe bananas and juicy blueberries, finished with a rich, tangy frosting. It’s soft, moist, and ideal for family desserts or special occasions.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This Blueberry Banana Cake with Cream Cheese Icing is incredibly moist thanks to the bananas and milk, while the blueberries add bursts of freshness in every bite. The cream cheese icing is smooth and perfectly balanced, making this cake both comforting and indulgent. It’s easy to prepare and great for sharing.
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 3 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons rum (optional, can substitute with milk or juice)
- 1 1/2 cups mashed bananas
- 3 cups flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- 2 cups blueberries
Cream Cheese Icing:
- 1/4 cup butter, softened
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon rum (optional, substitute with milk)
- 3 cups confectioners’ sugar
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Line and grease a 9×13-inch pan.
- Cream butter, white sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Mix in vanilla, optional rum substitute, and mashed bananas.
- In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Add dry ingredients to the batter, mixing lightly.
- Combine lemon juice with milk, then gradually mix into the batter until smooth.
- Fold in blueberries gently.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 60–75 minutes until a tester comes out clean.
- Cool completely before frosting.
- For icing, beat butter and cream cheese until smooth.
- Add vanilla and optional substitute for rum.
- Mix in powdered sugar, lemon zest, and salt until fluffy.
- Spread icing over the cooled Blueberry Banana Cake with Cream Cheese Icing and garnish with blueberries.
Tips & Tricks
- Use overripe bananas for maximum sweetness and moisture.
- Toss blueberries in flour before adding to prevent sinking.
- Substitute rum with orange juice or milk for a halal-friendly version.
- Do not overbake to keep the cake soft.
Details
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American-inspired
- Difficulty: Easy
- Dietary Notes: Halal-friendly (with substitutions), vegetarian
Notes
- Add chopped nuts for extra texture.
- Serve chilled for a firmer frosting texture.
- You can turn this into cupcakes by adjusting baking time.
Nutrition (Approximate)
- Calories: 420
- Protein: 6g
- Carbs: 58g
- Fat: 18g
FAQ
Can I freeze Blueberry Banana Cake with Cream Cheese Icing?
Yes, freeze without frosting for best results and add icing after thawing.
Can I use frozen blueberries?
Yes, but do not thaw them before adding to the batter.
How ripe should bananas be?
Very ripe with brown spots for best flavor.
Can I make this cake ahead of time?
Yes, it tastes even better the next day.
Why is my cake dense?
Overmixing or too much flour can make it dense.
Storage
- Refrigerator: Store covered for up to 5 days
- Freezer: Freeze (unfrosted) up to 2 months
- Reheating: Bring to room temperature before serving
Similar Recipes
Blueberry Banana Cake with Cream Cheese Icing
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 3 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons rum optional, can substitute with milk or juice
- 1 1/2 cups mashed bananas
- 3 cups flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 lemon juiced and zested
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- 2 cups blueberries
Cream Cheese Icing:
- 1/4 cup butter softened
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon rum optional, substitute with milk
- 3 cups confectioners’ sugar
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Line and grease a 9×13-inch pan.
- Cream butter, white sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Mix in vanilla, optional rum substitute, and mashed bananas.
- In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Add dry ingredients to the batter, mixing lightly.
- Combine lemon juice with milk, then gradually mix into the batter until smooth.
- Fold in blueberries gently.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 60–75 minutes until a tester comes out clean.
- Cool completely before frosting.
- For icing, beat butter and cream cheese until smooth.
- Add vanilla and optional substitute for rum.
- Mix in powdered sugar, lemon zest, and salt until fluffy.
- Spread icing over the cooled Blueberry Banana Cake with Cream Cheese Icing and garnish with blueberries.
Notes
- Add chopped nuts for extra texture.
Conclusion
This Blueberry Banana Cake with Cream Cheese Icing is a delightful, moist dessert packed with fruity flavor and creamy richness. It’s simple to make and guaranteed to impress every time.