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Strawberry banana layer cake with vanilla sponge, whipped cream frosting, and fresh chopped strawberries on top, displayed on a white cake stand.

Easy Strawberry Banana Cake Recipe with Real Fruit

This Strawberry Banana Cake is made with real fruit for fresh, sweet flavor in every bite. A simple, moist dessert perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 12
Calories: 455kcal

Ingredients

Cake

  • 16 tbsp unsalted butter room temp
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs room temp
  • 2 large egg yolks room temp
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract can use banana extract if you prefer a stronger banana taste to the cake
  • 3 cups cake flour
  • 2½ tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 cup buttermilk room temp

Whipped Cream Icing

  • 1½ cup whipping cream very cold
  • 8 oz cream cheese room temp
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp clear vanilla extract
  • 2 large bananas very ripe and mashed
  • 2 cups diced strawberries

Instructions

Cake Instructions

  • Preheat the oven: Preheat to 350°F (177°C).
  • Prepare cake pans: Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans. Line the bottoms with parchment paper for easy removal.
  • Cream butter and sugar: In a stand mixer with the paddle attachment, beat butter and sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3–4 minutes. Scrape the bowl often.
  • Add eggs: Add eggs and egg yolks one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  • Add vanilla: Mix in vanilla extract until incorporated.
  • Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together cake flour, baking powder, and salt.
  • Mix everything together: With the mixer on low, alternate adding the dry ingredients and buttermilk to the butter mixture. Start and finish with the flour mixture, mixing just until combined.
  • Fill the pans: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
  • Bake the cakes: Bake 25–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer the cakes to a wire rack to cool completely.

Whipped Cream and Cream Cheese Frosting

  • Whip the cream: Beat heavy whipping cream in a small bowl until stiff peaks form. Set aside.
  • Cream the base: In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth and creamy.
  • Combine the frosting: Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture. Then fold in mashed banana and 1 cup of chopped strawberries. Reserve the remaining strawberries for topping.
  • Frost and assemble: Pipe or spread frosting over the first cake layer, then sprinkle with half of the reserved strawberries. Place the second layer on top, frost again, and finish with the remaining strawberries.
  • Chill and serve: Refrigerate the cake before slicing for clean layers. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 455kcal | Carbohydrates: 54g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Cholesterol: 108mg | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 185mg | Fiber: 1.2g | Sugar: 36g | Calcium: 80mg | Iron: 1.4mg
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