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This Cinnamon Roll Bundt Cake is covered in rich cream cheese frosting and has a cinnamon swirl inside!

I’m always trying to make up new excuses to eat cake for breakfast. This Cinnamon Roll Bundt Cake is one of the best excuses I can think of. It has a moist pound cake-like crumb with two batters layered to create a cinnamon swirl inside. My favorite cinnamon roll topping is fluffy cream cheese frosting. So I used it as a cake topping, along with some crunchy toasted pecans.
I developed this recipe two years ago, and tested it several times. Then I tested it on family members at a Christmas party with rave reviews. After that – and for some unknown reason – I folded the sheet of recipe notes and used it as a bookmark for a book I was reading! I don’t know what was wrong with me, aside from being unorganized. But, there it stayed until recently, when I reopened that book. I’m so happy to have found it, so I can finally share it here!

As I mentioned earlier, this cake has a tight but moist crumb, much like pound cake. It’s really great with a cup of strong coffee. I think I may add this to my Mother’s Day brunch menu this year!

Start with Reverse Creaming
You may remember the reverse creaming technique from my previous Costco Copycat Sheet Cake recipe. First, you’ll add all the dry ingredients to the bowl of an electric mixer and whisk them together. Then you’ll add room temperature butter and beat it in the dry mixture until it has the texture of fine cornmeal. Reverse creaming works especially well for bundt cakes, because the batter doesn’t dome as it bakes. So there’s nothing to trim away or level.

Mix in the wet ingredients, which includes eggs, milk, vanilla, and a little sour cream, to create a fluffy batter.

Make the Cinnamon Swirl Batter
Remove 2 1/2 cups of the cake batter to a medium bowl. Add in some brown sugar, ground cinnamon, all-purpose flour, and milk. Fold the ingredients together with a rubber spatula. Or use a hand mixer to combine everything well (as seen in the video). I’ve used both methods and both yield similar results.

Layer the Batters.
Begin by adding a little less than 1/3 of the plain cake batter a greased bundt pan. (12 cup capacity, I used a Nordic Ware pan.) Spread evenly using a rubber spatula. Top with half of the cinnamon batter and spread as evenly as possible (the video may help you with visuals here). Next, add another 1/3 of the plain batter and spread evenly, followed by the rest of the cinnamon batter. Last, add the remaining plain batter and smooth the top. That’s a lot of layering! But well worth the effort.

Bake the Bundt
Place the pan in a preheated 350°F oven and bake for about 55 minutes. As the cake bakes, the batter closest to the bundt pan’s walls will cook first, creating a swirl inside. When the cake tests done with a toothpick tester, take it out of the oven and let it cool 5 minutes in the pan.

Turn out on a wire rack. Then cool the cake completely before covering it in that luscious cream cheese frosting.

Make the Cream Cheese Frosting
I’ll say it again – cinnamon rolls with cream cheese frosting is my favorite! So of course, the same frosting was destined for this cake. This isn’t a glaze – it’s thick and fluffy. So swirl it on top of the cake with the back of a spoon.

Chopped pecans provide delicious crunch to this cake. Sprinkle on about 1/2 cup. And definitely toast them beforehand! Just 5-7 minutes in a preheated 350°F oven will do it.

This cake is so fun to slice – even more fun to eat! It keeps well in the refrigerator, but bring it to room temperature before enjoying it for the best flavor and texture.

Related Recipe: My Mom’s Cinnamon Rolls

Cinnamon Roll Bundt Cake Recipe

Heather Baird

This Cinnamon Roll Bundt Cake is perfect for any occasion, from brunch gatherings to dinner’s dessert course. Two batters are layered together to create an eye-popping cinnamon swirl inside as the cake bakes. With its rich pound cake texture and heavenly cream cheese frosting, it is truly reminiscent of its cinnamon roll inspiration. Use a plain fluted bundt pan for this recipe – no need for ornate pans with lots of details and designs. This cake works best with the classic bundt pan shape.

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Prep Time 35 minutes minsCook Time 55 minutes minsTotal Time 1 hour hr 30 minutes mins

Course Brunch, DessertCuisine American

Servings 16

Equipment12 cup capacity bundt pan
Ingredients US CustomaryMetric Cake batter3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour1 1/3 cup granulated sugar2/3 cup light brown sugar1/2 teaspoon baking soda1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder1 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon1/2 teaspoon fine grain salt1 cup unsalted butter softened4 large eggs2 tablespoons vanilla extract2/3 cup whole milk1/2 cup sour creamCinnamon swirl batter2/3 cup light brown sugar2 tablespoons ground cinnamon2 tablespoons all-purpose flour3 tablespoons whole milkCream cheese frosting1/4 cup unsalted butter4 oz. cream cheese at room temperature1 cup confectioners’ sugar1/2 cup heavy cream1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 cup chopped pecans toasted
Instructions Cake batterPreheat oven to 350°F. Coat a fluted 12 cup bundt pan with flour-based baking spray, or grease and flour well.In the bowl of an electric stand mixer, whisk together flour, sugars, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt together.Add the room temperature butter to the dry flour mixture. Beat on medium-low speed with the paddle attachment until the mixture is dry and crumbly, and has the appearance of cornmeal, 5-7 minutes. Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients.In a separate bowl, combine the eggs, vanilla extract, and milk. Lightly whisk, and then pour into the well of the dry ingredients. Add the sour cream. Beat the batter until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl and beat again briefly to make sure all the ingredients are incorporated.Cinnamon swirl batterRemove 2 1/2 cups of the cake batter to a medium mixing bowl. Add the brown sugar, cinnamon, flour, and milk. Beat together with a hand mixer or mix together well with a rubber spatula.Spoon in a little less than 1/3 of the plain batter into the prepared bundt pan. Spread evenly. Add in half of the cinnamon swirl batter and spread evenly. Layer in half of the remaining plain batter and spread evenly. Next, layer in the remaining half of the cinnamon swirl batter; spread evenly. Finally, top with the remaining plain batter and spread evenly.Transfer the pan to the oven and bake for about 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick tester comes out clean.Cool the cake in the pan for 5 minutes, and then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely.Cream cheese frostingIn the bowl of an electric mixer, combine the butter and cream cheese. Beat until well combined. Add the confectioners’ sugar and beat until just combined. Pour in heavy cream as you mix on low speed, then beat on high speed until billowy and fluffy. Beat in the vanilla extract.Spread the frosting evenly over the top and 3/4 down the sides of the cake. Sprinkle with toasted pecans.Slice to reveal the cinnamon swirl. This cake keeps well in the refrigerator, but bring it to room temperature before enjoying it for the best flavor and texture.
NotesI use and recommend flour-based baking spray for bundt pans, such as Baker’s Joy. It’s quick and easy, and removes the messy step of flouring the pan.

Keyword breakfast cake, brown sugar, brunch cake, cinnamon cake batter, cinnamon roll bundt cake, cinnamon swirl bundt cake, cream cheese frosting, mini bundt cakes

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    Cinnamon Roll Bundt Cake

    This Cinnamon Roll Bundt Cake is covered in rich cream cheese frosting and has a cinnamon swirl inside!

    I’m always trying to make up new excuses to eat cake for breakfast. This Cinnamon Roll Bundt Cake is one of the best excuses I can think of. It has a moist pound cake-like crumb with two batters layered to create a cinnamon swirl inside. My favorite cinnamon roll topping is fluffy cream cheese frosting. So I used it as a cake topping, along with some crunchy toasted pecans.
    I developed this recipe two years ago, and tested it several times. Then I tested it on family members at a Christmas party with rave reviews. After that – and for some unknown reason – I folded the sheet of recipe notes and used it as a bookmark for a book I was reading! I don’t know what was wrong with me, aside from being unorganized. But, there it stayed until recently, when I reopened that book. I’m so happy to have found it, so I can finally share it here!

    As I mentioned earlier, this cake has a tight but moist crumb, much like pound cake. It’s really great with a cup of strong coffee. I think I may add this to my Mother’s Day brunch menu this year!

    Start with Reverse Creaming
    You may remember the reverse creaming technique from my previous Costco Copycat Sheet Cake recipe. First, you’ll add all the dry ingredients to the bowl of an electric mixer and whisk them together. Then you’ll add room temperature butter and beat it in the dry mixture until it has the texture of fine cornmeal. Reverse creaming works especially well for bundt cakes, because the batter doesn’t dome as it bakes. So there’s nothing to trim away or level.

    Mix in the wet ingredients, which includes eggs, milk, vanilla, and a little sour cream, to create a fluffy batter.

    Make the Cinnamon Swirl Batter
    Remove 2 1/2 cups of the cake batter to a medium bowl. Add in some brown sugar, ground cinnamon, all-purpose flour, and milk. Fold the ingredients together with a rubber spatula. Or use a hand mixer to combine everything well (as seen in the video). I’ve used both methods and both yield similar results.

    Layer the Batters.
    Begin by adding a little less than 1/3 of the plain cake batter a greased bundt pan. (12 cup capacity, I used a Nordic Ware pan.) Spread evenly using a rubber spatula. Top with half of the cinnamon batter and spread as evenly as possible (the video may help you with visuals here). Next, add another 1/3 of the plain batter and spread evenly, followed by the rest of the cinnamon batter. Last, add the remaining plain batter and smooth the top. That’s a lot of layering! But well worth the effort.

    Bake the Bundt
    Place the pan in a preheated 350°F oven and bake for about 55 minutes. As the cake bakes, the batter closest to the bundt pan’s walls will cook first, creating a swirl inside. When the cake tests done with a toothpick tester, take it out of the oven and let it cool 5 minutes in the pan.

    Turn out on a wire rack. Then cool the cake completely before covering it in that luscious cream cheese frosting.

    Make the Cream Cheese Frosting
    I’ll say it again – cinnamon rolls with cream cheese frosting is my favorite! So of course, the same frosting was destined for this cake. This isn’t a glaze – it’s thick and fluffy. So swirl it on top of the cake with the back of a spoon.

    Chopped pecans provide delicious crunch to this cake. Sprinkle on about 1/2 cup. And definitely toast them beforehand! Just 5-7 minutes in a preheated 350°F oven will do it.

    This cake is so fun to slice – even more fun to eat! It keeps well in the refrigerator, but bring it to room temperature before enjoying it for the best flavor and texture.

    Related Recipe: My Mom’s Cinnamon Rolls

    Cinnamon Roll Bundt Cake Recipe

    Heather Baird

    This Cinnamon Roll Bundt Cake is perfect for any occasion, from brunch gatherings to dinner’s dessert course. Two batters are layered together to create an eye-popping cinnamon swirl inside as the cake bakes. With its rich pound cake texture and heavenly cream cheese frosting, it is truly reminiscent of its cinnamon roll inspiration. Use a plain fluted bundt pan for this recipe – no need for ornate pans with lots of details and designs. This cake works best with the classic bundt pan shape.

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    Prep Time 35 minutes minsCook Time 55 minutes minsTotal Time 1 hour hr 30 minutes mins

    Course Brunch, DessertCuisine American

    Servings 16

    Equipment12 cup capacity bundt pan
    Ingredients US CustomaryMetric Cake batter3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour1 1/3 cup granulated sugar2/3 cup light brown sugar1/2 teaspoon baking soda1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder1 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon1/2 teaspoon fine grain salt1 cup unsalted butter softened4 large eggs2 tablespoons vanilla extract2/3 cup whole milk1/2 cup sour creamCinnamon swirl batter2/3 cup light brown sugar2 tablespoons ground cinnamon2 tablespoons all-purpose flour3 tablespoons whole milkCream cheese frosting1/4 cup unsalted butter4 oz. cream cheese at room temperature1 cup confectioners’ sugar1/2 cup heavy cream1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 cup chopped pecans toasted
    Instructions Cake batterPreheat oven to 350°F. Coat a fluted 12 cup bundt pan with flour-based baking spray, or grease and flour well.In the bowl of an electric stand mixer, whisk together flour, sugars, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt together.Add the room temperature butter to the dry flour mixture. Beat on medium-low speed with the paddle attachment until the mixture is dry and crumbly, and has the appearance of cornmeal, 5-7 minutes. Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients.In a separate bowl, combine the eggs, vanilla extract, and milk. Lightly whisk, and then pour into the well of the dry ingredients. Add the sour cream. Beat the batter until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl and beat again briefly to make sure all the ingredients are incorporated.Cinnamon swirl batterRemove 2 1/2 cups of the cake batter to a medium mixing bowl. Add the brown sugar, cinnamon, flour, and milk. Beat together with a hand mixer or mix together well with a rubber spatula.Spoon in a little less than 1/3 of the plain batter into the prepared bundt pan. Spread evenly. Add in half of the cinnamon swirl batter and spread evenly. Layer in half of the remaining plain batter and spread evenly. Next, layer in the remaining half of the cinnamon swirl batter; spread evenly. Finally, top with the remaining plain batter and spread evenly.Transfer the pan to the oven and bake for about 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick tester comes out clean.Cool the cake in the pan for 5 minutes, and then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely.Cream cheese frostingIn the bowl of an electric mixer, combine the butter and cream cheese. Beat until well combined. Add the confectioners’ sugar and beat until just combined. Pour in heavy cream as you mix on low speed, then beat on high speed until billowy and fluffy. Beat in the vanilla extract.Spread the frosting evenly over the top and 3/4 down the sides of the cake. Sprinkle with toasted pecans.Slice to reveal the cinnamon swirl. This cake keeps well in the refrigerator, but bring it to room temperature before enjoying it for the best flavor and texture.
    NotesI use and recommend flour-based baking spray for bundt pans, such as Baker’s Joy. It’s quick and easy, and removes the messy step of flouring the pan.

    Keyword breakfast cake, brown sugar, brunch cake, cinnamon cake batter, cinnamon roll bundt cake, cinnamon swirl bundt cake, cream cheese frosting, mini bundt cakes

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    Peach-Pecan Quick Bread

    A generous dose of sweet peaches and buttery Schermer Pecans both in the batter and on top keeps the bread moist and crunchy for days after baking. This recipe makes two loaves, so you can enjoy one now and save the other for later or share with a friend! What better way to celebrate National Pecan Month than by baking this stunning bread?
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    Peach-Pecan Quick Bread

    Makes 2 (9×5-inch) loaves

    3 cups (375 grams) all-purpose flour2½ cups (500 grams) granulated sugar2 teaspoons (10 grams) baking powder1½ teaspoons (4.5 grams) kosher salt½ teaspoon (2.5 grams) baking soda1½ cups (360 grams) whole buttermilk, room temperature1 cup (224 grams) vegetable oil3 large eggs (150 grams), room temperature1 teaspoon (4 grams) vanilla extract1½ cups (336 grams) puréed peeled fresh peaches (1 to 2 large peaches)1 cup (113 grams) plus 2 tablespoons (14 grams) toasted chopped Schermer Pecans, divided1 large fresh peach (225 grams), halved, pitted, and sliced ¼ inch thick (peeled if desired)

    Preheat oven to 350° (170°C). Spray 2 (9×5-inch) loaf pans with cooking spray. Line pans with parchment paper, letting excess extend over all sides of pan.In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and baking soda.In a medium bowl, whisk together buttermilk, oil, eggs, and vanilla. Fold buttermilk mixture into flour mixture just until dry ingredients are moistened. Fold in puréed peaches and 1 cup (113 grams) pecans. Divide batter between prepared pans (about 3¾ cups or 1,006 grams each), spreading smooth.Bake for 30 minutes. Place peach slices on top of batter, and sprinkle with remaining 2 tablespoons (14 grams) pecans. Bake until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out with a few moist crumbs, 45 minutes to 1 hour more, loosely covering with foil to prevent excess browning, if necessary. Let cool in pans for 10 minutes. Remove from pans, and let cool completely on wire racks. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or tightly wrap in plastic wrap, and freeze for up to 1 month. LEGGI TUTTO

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    Coconut-Orange Tiger Tails

    In the bowl of a stand mixer, stir together ½ cup (120 grams) warm water, 1 tablespoon (12 grams) sugar, and yeast by hand; let stand until foamy, about 10 minutes.Add 2 cups (250 grams) all-purpose flour, whole milk, melted butter, bread flour, coconut milk, eggs, salt, extracts, and remaining 3 tablespoons (36 grams) sugar to yeast mixture; using the paddle attachment, beat at low speed just until combined. Increase mixer speed to medium; beat until well combined, about 1 minute. Add 2 cups (250 grams) all-purpose flour; beat at low speed just until combined. Increase mixer speed to medium; beat until well combined, about 1 minute.Switch to the dough hook attachment. Beat at medium speed just until dough starts to pull away from sides of bowl, 3 to 4 minutes; add up to remaining ¼ cup (31 grams) all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon (8 grams) at a time, if needed. (Dough will still be quite soft and slightly sticky but should not seem excessively wet.)Spray a large bowl with cooking spray. Place dough in bowl, turning to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm, draft-free place (75°F/24°C) until doubled in size, 40 minutes to 1 hour. (Alternatively, cover and refrigerate overnight. When ready to use, proceed as directed.)Place 3 large baking sheets upside down, and spray with cooking spray. Cut 14 (6-inch) squares of parchment paper, and place on prepared pans. Spray parchment with cooking spray. Spray 3 large sheets of plastic wrap with cooking spray.Punch down dough. Lightly dust a work surface with all-purpose flour; turn out dough onto prepared surface, and divide into 14 portions (about 80 grams each). Roll 1 portion of dough into an 18-inch-long log of equal thickness. (Keep remaining dough covered with plastic wrap, spray side down.) Place a finger in center of dough log, and fold log in half crosswise. Twist dough 4 to 5 times to look like a rope, and pinch ends together. Repeat with remaining dough.Gently transfer doughnuts to prepared parchment squares, spacing 2 to 3 inches apart. Cover doughnuts with plastic wrap, spray side down, and let rise in a warm, draft-free place (75°F/24°C) until puffed, 40 minutes to 1 hour.In a large heavy-bottomed saucepan, pour oil to a depth of 2 inches, and heat over medium heat until a deep-fry thermometer registers 365°F (185°C).Line 2 large rimmed baking sheets with paper towels.Working in batches, use parchment paper to gently pick up doughnuts and add to oil. (Do not place parchment paper in oil.) Fry until golden brown, about 1 minute per side. Remove doughnuts from oil using a spider strainer, and place on prepared pans. Let cool completely.Line 2 large rimmed baking sheets with parchment paper; place wire racks on top.Dip cooled doughnuts halfway into Coconut-Orange Glaze; lift straight up and gently swirl in a circular motion to let excess drip off. Place doughnuts, glaze side up on prepared rack, and let stand until glaze is set, 20 to 30 minutes. Best served same day as made. LEGGI TUTTO

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    Coconut Skoleboller

    Skoleboller, or school buns, earned their name from the Norwegian tradition of including them in children’s school lunch boxes as a treat.

    Coconut Skoleboller

    Makes 12 buns

    3⅔ cups (458 grams) all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting½ cup (100 grams) granulated sugar1 (0.25-ounce) package (7 grams) active dry yeast*1 teaspoon (3 grams) kosher salt½ teaspoon (1 gram) ground cardamom½ cup (120 grams) warm whole milk (120°F/49°C to 130°F/54°C)½ cup (120 grams) warm canned unsweetened coconut milk (120°F/49°C to 130°F/54°C)2 large eggs (100 grams), room temperature and divided⅓ cup (76 grams) unsalted butter, cubed and softenedCoconut Pastry Cream (recipe follows)1 cup (120 grams) confectioners’ sugar2 tablespoons (30 grams) water, room temperatureGarnish: sweetened coconut flakes

    In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, combine 2 cups (250 grams) flour, granulated sugar, yeast, salt, and cardamom. Add warm milks, and beat at low speed until combined. Add 1 egg (50 grams), and beat until combined. Gradually add remaining 1⅔ cups (208 grams) flour, beating just until dough comes together and stopping to scrape sides of bowl.Switch to the dough hook attachment. With mixer on low speed, add butter, one cube at a time, beating until combined after each addition. Beat until dough is elastic and smooth, 8 to 10 minutes.Spray a large bowl with cooking spray. Place dough in bowl, turning to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm, draft-free place (75°F/24°C) until doubled in size, 2 to 2½ hours. (Alternatively, cover and refrigerate dough overnight. Let it come to room temperature and then let rise in a warm, draft-free place [75°F/24°C] until doubled in size, 2 to 2½ hours, before proceeding.)Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper. Spray 2 large sheets of plastic wrap with cooking spray.Lightly punch down dough. Cover and let stand for 10 to 15 minutes. Turn out dough onto a lightly floured surface, and divide into 12 portions (about 74 grams each). Using the palm of your hands, gently shape each portion into a round, smooth ball, lightly flouring your hands as needed. Place 3 to 4 inches apart on prepared pans. Cover with plastic wrap, spray side down, and let rise in a warm, draft-free place (75°F/24°C) until doubled in size, 1½ to 2 hours.Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).Place Coconut Pastry Cream in a pastry bag fitted with a medium round piping tip.Using your fingers or a ¼-cup measuring cup, gently press an indentation into center of each bun. Pipe pastry cream into indentations. (Do not overfill; pastry cream will expand during baking.)In a small bowl, whisk remaining 1 egg (50 grams) until well combined. Using a pastry brush, brush egg all over top and sides of dough, avoiding pastry cream.Bake until golden brown and an instant-read thermometer inserted near center registers 190°F (88°C), 9 to 11 minutes. Let cool completely on pans on wire racks.In another small bowl, whisk together confectioners’ sugar and 2 tablespoons (30 grams) room temperature water until well combined. Using a pastry brush, brush glaze on sides of buns, and immediately garnish with coconut flakes, if desired. Serve immediately. Refrigerate in airtight container for up to 3 days.

    *We used Red Star Active Dry Yeast.
    pro tip
    Give your can of coconut milk a good shake before you open it since it naturally separates a bit.

    Coconut Pastry Cream

    Makes 2 cups

    1 cup (240 grams) whole milk½ cup (120 grams) unsweetened coconut milk½ cup (100 grams) granulated sugar, divided4 large egg yolks (74 grams)3¼ tablespoons (26 grams) cornstarch⅛ teaspoon kosher salt1½ teaspoons (6 grams) vanilla extract⅛ teaspoon coconut extract2 tablespoons (28 grams) unsalted butter, softened

    In a medium saucepan, heat milks and ¼ cup (50 grams) sugar over medium heat, whisking frequently, until steaming. (Do not boil.)In a medium bowl, whisk together egg yolks, cornstarch, salt, and remaining ¼ cup (50 grams) sugar. Slowly add warm milk mixture, whisking constantly. Pour mixture into saucepan; cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, until thickened and boiling, 4 to 5 minutes. Whisk in extracts.Strain mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a large bowl. Whisk in butter until melted and well combined. Cover with a piece of plastic wrap, pressing wrap directly onto surface of pastry cream to prevent a skin from forming. Refrigerate until an instant-read thermometer registers 65°F (18°C) to 70°F (21°C), 2½ to 3 hours. LEGGI TUTTO

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    Banana Chocolate Chip Cake with Peanut Butter Frosting

    Banana Chocolate Chip Cake is moist and tender beyond words! It’s easy to make and so indulgent with three layers of chocolate-speckled banana cake covered with whipped peanut butter frosting.

    Here’s something totally delicious and good for celebrating any happy occasion. This Banana Chocolate Chip Cake is super moist and delicious, made with 2 cups of mashed overripe bananas. I make banana bread often – mostly because I love it. But also because my husband buys bananas weekly to eat with his morning oatmeal. He only likes them when they’re a little green. (Which, I will never understand.) And once they develop brown spots, they’re left to languish on the countertop. I often use the leftover bananas to make my favorite Easy Banana Bread. These days, I always swap in mini chocolate chips for the nuts.
    That’s what drew me to this recipe. The banana and chocolate chip combo is a true favorite of mine. But add creamy peanut butter flavor to the mix? What more could you ask for. First spotted on Epicurious, I’ve adapted the recipe to fit three 8-inch cake pans. And given it distinctive studded décor simply by lining up chocolate chips on the outside of the frosted cake.

    Use Overripe Bananas
    Be sure to use very ripe or overripe bananas for the most flavorful cake with a moist crumb and balanced sweetness. But what if you want to make this cake, and don’t have time to wait for bananas to ripen? There are easy ways to ripen bananas in just a few minutes in the microwave, or about 20 minutes in the oven. See the recipe notes for these instructions.

    The flavor of this cake is just, outstanding. The cake layers are soft and tender – totally reminiscent of banana bread. But it’s the whipped peanut butter frosting that really puts this cake over the top. It doesn’t have much powdered sugar in it compared to other buttercreams. Yes – it’s sweet. But not as sweet as you might expect!

    The Cake Batter
    Start by creaming together butter, sugar and a little brown sugar until light and fluffy. Then, add in eggs and vanilla, followed by the dry ingredients, beating on low speed just until blended.
    Incorporate mashed overripe bananas and sour cream into the batter, mixing well to combine. You may notice my mashed bananas look really dark in the picture above – and that’s okay! When you mash bananas, you break down their cellular structure, exposing their contents to air. This exposure accelerates the enzymatic browning process that naturally occurs in bananas. While this may not be pretty to look at, it is harmless and does not affect the taste or nutrients.
    Finally, gently fold the mini chocolate chips into the cake batter.

    Bake in 8″ Cake Pans
    Prep three 8-inch cake pans. Grease them and then line the bottoms with parchment circles. Divide the batter between the pans. Then smooth the tops of the batter to ensure an even bake. Place them in a preheated 350°F oven and bake 35-40 minutes. As the cakes bake, the natural sugars from the bananas will work their magic, giving the cakes a beautifully deep brown color.
    When the cakes test done with a toothpick, remove them from the oven and let them cool in the pans for about 10 minutes. Then, turn them out onto wire racks, peel away the parchment circles, and cool completely.

    Make the Peanut Butter Frosting
    Beat together 1 cup of room temperature butter and 2 cups of peanut butter. Use the creamy shelf-stable kind of peanut butter. Add in just 1 1/2 cups of powdered sugar and a splash of vanilla. (Or perhaps a dash of bourbon – I’m also a huge peanut butter-bourbon fan.) Whip until smooth, creamy, and fluffy.

    Assemble the Cake
    Place one cake layer on a cake board or serving platter and generously spread a layer of peanut butter frosting on top. Repeat with the remaining layers, then frost the entire cake. Be sure to reserve about 1 cup of buttercream for a piped border on top.

    Add the Chocolate Chip Decors
    This part looks more complicated than it is. Begin by ensuring the cake is well-chilled and the frosting is set. Using a soft tailor’s measuring tape as a guide, evenly space chocolate chips around the bottom edge of the cake in 1″ increments. Continue adding rows of chocolate chips, staggering them slightly above the previous row, until the entire outside of the cake is adorned with rows of chips. The measuring tape can help ensure even spacing at the start, but feel free to eyeball it once you get the hang of it. Also, if you’re slow at getting the chips on, the frosting will begin to soften. So you may need to re-chill the cake between rows.

    Pipe a Buttercream Border
     Using a large closed star tip (Ateco #849) and leftover peanut butter frosting, pipe a border of swirls around the top edge of the cake. Immediately sprinkle the swirls with mini chocolate chips.

    Storage
    This cake stores well in an airtight container such as a cake keeper. Or covered in plastic wrap and stored in the refrigerator for several days. Just be sure to bring it to room temperature before serving to ensure the flavors and textures are most developed.

    This Banana Chocolate Chip Cake with peanut butter frosting is perfect for almost any occasion, whether it’s a casual gathering, a birthday, or even Father’s Day (my dad is going to love this!). It’s certainly a crowd-pleaser, which is a good thing because there’s plenty to go around!
    Related recipe: Easy Banana Bread

    Banana Chocolate Chip Cake with Peanut Butter Frosting

    Heather Baird

    This Banana Chocolate Chip Cake with Peanut Butter Frosting is both easy to make and irresistibly delicious! You’ll need 4 large overripe bananas for this recipe, which will yield the 2 cups of mashed banana needed for this recipe.Use shelf-stable peanut butter for the frosting.

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    Prep Time 20 minutes minsCook Time 35 minutes mins1 hour 30 minutes cool/chill time 1 hour hr 30 minutes minsTotal Time 2 hours hrs 25 minutes mins

    Course DessertCuisine American

    Servings 16

    Equipment8″ cake pans (3)Decorator piping baglarge closed star decorator piping tip Ateco 849
    Ingredients US CustomaryMetric Banana Chocolate Chip Cake Layers1 cup unsalted butter room temperature1 1/2 cups granulated sugar1/2 cup light brown sugar packed3 large eggs2 teaspoons vanilla extract3 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking soda2 teaspoon kosher salt2 cups mashed overripe bananas about 4 large bananas1 cup sour cream1 2/3 cups mini chocolate chips one 10 oz. bagPeanut Butter Frosting1 cup unsalted butter at room temperature2 cups creamy peanut butter1 1/2 cups powdered sugar2 teaspoons vanilla extract1 cup semisweet chocolate chips2-3 tablespoons mini chocolate chips
    Instructions Banana Chocolate Chip Cake LayersPreheat oven to 350°. Grease three 8-inch round cake pans with shortening or cooking spray and line bottom of pans with parchment rounds.In the bowl of an electric mixer, beat sugar, butter, and brown sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add eggs one at a time, beating to blend between additions and occasionally scraping down sides and bottom of bowl. Beat in vanilla.In a medium bowl, whisk the flour, baking soda, and salt together. Add the flour mixture to the creamed ingredients. Combine on low speed until just incorporated. Add the mashed bananas and sour cream. Beat until just combined. Beat in the mini chips on low speed.Divide the batter evenly among the prepared pans. Smooth evenly.Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick tester inserted near the centers of the cake comes out clean. Cool the cakes in the pans for 10 minutes then turn out onto wire racks to cool completely.Peanut Butter FrostingCombine the butter and peanut butter in the bowl of an electric fitted with the whip attachment. Beat until well combined. Add the powdered sugar. Mix until incorporated. Add the vanilla extract. Beat for 2-3 minutes until a fluffy buttercream forms.AssemblyPlace a cake layer on a serving plate or cake board. Place about 2/3 cup of the buttercream on top; spread evenly on the cake. Add the second cake layer on top of the first; repeat frosting step. Top with the third cake layer and cover the top and sides of the cake with an even layer of frosting. Place leftover frosting (about 3/4 cup to 1 cup) in a piping bag fitted with a large closed star decorator tip (Ateco #849); set aside. Refrigerate cake until firm, about 30-45 minutes.Using a tailor’s measuring tape as a guide, evenly space chocolate chips around the bottom edge of the cake in 1″ increments. Continue pressing rows of chocolate chips into the sides of the cake, staggering them slightly above the previous row, until the entire outside of the cake is adorned with rows of chips.Using the bag of leftover buttercream, pipe a border of swirls around the top edge of the cake. Immediately sprinkle the swirls with mini chocolate chips.
    NotesWhat to expect: This cake is supremely moist, reminiscent of banana bread but perhaps not as dense. It’s studded with mini chips throughout the sponge which offers a touch more sweetness. The peanut butter frosting is rich but not overly sweet. Overall the cake is flavorful and easy to make.
     
    How to Quickly Ripen Bananas

    Oven Method: Preheat oven to 300°F. Place unpeeled bananas on a baking sheet. Bake for 15-20 minutes (sometimes longer depending on the level of under-ripeness) until the skins turn completely black. Remove the bananas and cool before handling. Peel and mash bananas for this recipe.
    Microwave Method: Place unpeeled bananas on a microwave-safe plate. Use a knife to poke holes in the skins to allow steam to escape (don’t skip this step or they will explode!). Microwave at 100% power for 30 seconds. The skins should begin to develop dark spots. Continue to microwave in 30 second increments, checking the progress by monitoring the color. Also use a thick towel or pot holder to gently squeeze the bananas. They should be very soft. The bananas are ripened with the skins are completely blackened and feel soft when gently squeezed. 

    This recipe was adapted from Epicurious. 

    Keyword banana cake, banana chocolate chip cake, birthday cake, brown sugar, easy recipe, father’s day dessert, mashed bananas, mini chocolate chips, peanut butter frosting, semisweet chocolate chips, sour cream

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