Coffee and Banana Layer Cake
A rich, moist banana cake layered with coffee-infused frosting. The perfect balance of sweet and bold flavors.
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 3 ripe bananas mashed
- ½ cup strong brewed coffee cooled
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Coffee Frosting:
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp instant coffee dissolved in 2 tbsp hot water
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven:
- Set it to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 8-inch cake pans.
- Prepare the Dry Ingredients:
- Whisk flour, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
- Mix the Wet Ingredients:
- Cream butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs, mashed bananas, coffee, and vanilla. Mix well.
- Combine and Bake:
- Gradually fold in the dry ingredients. Divide the batter evenly between the pans.
- Bake the Cake Layers:
- Bake for 30–35 minutes. Let them cool completely before frosting.
- Make the Frosting:
- Beat butter until smooth. Add powdered sugar, dissolved coffee, vanilla, and heavy cream. Beat until fluffy.
- Assemble the Cake:
- Spread frosting on one cake layer, stack the second layer, and frost the top and sides.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Slice and enjoy with extra coffee.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 320
- Total Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Potassium: 7%
- Calcium: 3%
- Iron: 4%
- Vitamin B6: 5%
- Magnesium: 3%
Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance the Flavor
- Use overripe bananas for maximum sweetness and moisture.
- Add a pinch of cinnamon for extra warmth.
- Chill the frosting before spreading for a smoother finish.
- Store leftovers in the fridge, but good luck having any left.