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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease and flour an 8-inch round cake pan (or use parchment paper) to prevent sticking.
2. Mash the Bananas:
In a small bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork or potato masher until smooth. Set aside.
3. Mix Dry Ingredients:
In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set this dry mixture aside.
4. Cream Butter and Sugar:
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
5. Add Eggs and Vanilla:
Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
6. Incorporate the Bananas:
Stir in the mashed bananas until evenly combined.
7. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined—be careful not to overmix.
8. Bake the Cake:
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Cool the Cake:
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting.
10. Prepare the Frosting (Optional):
While the cake cools, beat the softened butter and cream cheese together until smooth and creamy.
Gradually add the powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk, and beat until the frosting is light and fluffy.
Once the cake has cooled, frost it with the cream cheese frosting and enjoy!
Serving and Storage Tips
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