Banana Pineapple Cake with a Sweet Cream Cheese Frosting

Ingredients:

For the Cake:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup ripe bananas, mashed (about 2-3 bananas)
• 1/2 cup crushed pineapple, drained
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
• 3 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Sweet Cream Cheese Frosting:

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 4 cups powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Optional Toppings:

• Chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)
• Shredded coconut
• Sliced bananas or pineapple for decoration

Calories (approximate): (Note: Caloric values may vary based on specific ingredients and quantities used)

Preparation Steps:

For the Cake:

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.

Step 2: In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3: In another bowl, combine mashed bananas and crushed pineapple. Set aside.

Step 4: In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.

Step 5: Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.

Step 6: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.

Step 7: Fold in the banana and pineapple mixture until evenly distributed in the batter.

Step 8: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.

Step 9: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 10: Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

For the Sweet Cream Cheese Frosting:

Step 1: In a mixing bowl, beat together softened cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy.

Step 2: Gradually add powdered sugar, beating well after each addition, until the frosting is thick and smooth.

Step 3: Stir in vanilla extract.

For Assembly:

Step 1: Once the cakes are completely cooled, spread a layer of sweet cream cheese frosting on top of one cake layer.

Step 2: Place the second cake layer on top and frost the entire cake with the remaining sweet cream cheese frosting.

Step 3: Optionally, decorate the cake with chopped nuts, shredded coconut, or sliced bananas and pineapple.

Step 4: Slice and serve the Banana Pineapple Cake with Sweet Cream Cheese Frosting.

This Banana Pineapple Cake with Sweet Cream Cheese Frosting is a tropical delight that combines the sweetness of ripe bananas and pineapple with the rich and creamy texture of cream cheese frosting. Perfect for special occasions or a delightful treat anytime.