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Prep Time20 minutes
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Cook Time50 minutes
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Serving12
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Serv Size1 piece
Every now and then, a surplus of ripe bananas calls for something beyond the usual banana bread or cake. On one such day, with a bunch of sweet bananas ripening all at once, I turned to my mother’s classic cheese cake recipe for inspiration and decided to give it a new twist. The idea of combining the mellow sweetness of bananas with the richness of cheese felt both comforting and exciting — a way to reinvent two familiar favorites in a single bake.
The result is a banana and cheese cake that is delightfully indulgent: denser and sweeter than the traditional version, yet balanced by the creamy richness of cheese. It’s a versatile bake that works beautifully as a dessert or even as a tea-time treat. For banana lovers, cheese enthusiasts, or anyone looking to bring a fresh touch to a beloved classic, this recipe offers the perfect combination of both worlds.
Ingredients
Banana and Cheese Cake
Directions
Now that everything is ready, it’s time to bring the batter together. The steps are easy to follow, and as you go along, you’ll see how the creamy cheese and sweet bananas blend into a smooth, hearty mixture.
Cream the cheese: In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth, light, and free of any lumps. This creates the creamy base for your cake.
Add the eggs: Crack in the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition until the mixture is silky and well combined.
Blend in butter and condensed milk: In a separate bowl, cream the butter until pale and fluffy. Gently fold this into the egg–cheese mixture, then add the condensed milk. Beat until everything comes together into a smooth, rich batter.
Incorporate the dry ingredients: Sift together the flour, baking powder, and baking soda. Gradually add this to the batter, mixing gently until just combined—avoid overbeating to keep the cake tender.
Add the bananas: Fold in the mashed bananas, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the mixture for a naturally sweet and moist finish.
Bake the cake: Pour the batter into a greased 8-inch baking pan. Bake at 360°F (Gas Mark 4) for about 50 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow to cool slightly before slicing and serving.
Conclusion
Soft, moist, and beautifully fragrant, this banana cream cheese cake brings together the richness of cream cheese, the sweetness of bananas, and the lightness of a tender crumb. It’s perfect served warm with a cup of tea or coffee, or simply enjoyed on its own as a comforting treat.
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