Banana Cake Layer topped with luscious Cream Cheese Frosting

Ingredients:

• 2 cups ripe bananas, mashed

• 3 cups all-purpose flour

• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda

• 1/4 teaspoon salt

• 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened

• 2 cups granulated sugar

• 3 large eggs

• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

• 1 1/2 cups buttermilk

For Cream Cheese Frosting:

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

• 4 cups powdered sugar

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions:

. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 9-inch round cake pans.

. In a medium bowl, mix the mashed bananas with the baking soda and set aside.

. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour and salt.

. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.

. Mix in the banana mixture alternately with the buttermilk. Gradually add the flour mixture, stirring just until combined.

. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared pans and smooth the tops.

. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cakes to cool completely on a wire rack.

For Cream Cheese Frosting:

. In a large bowl, beat together the cream cheese and butter until smooth.

. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until creamy and well combined.

Assemble:

. Once the cakes are completely cooled, spread a layer of cream cheese frosting between each layer and over the top and sides of the cake.

Enjoy your delicious Banana Cake Layer with Cream Cheese Frosting!