Banana Cake Buttercream (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 large cup plus another half of flour.
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A pinch under a teaspoon of baking soda.
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A quarter teaspoon of baking powder.
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About 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
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A dash of cinnamon—about 1/4 teaspoon.
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1/8 teaspoon of nutmeg for a mild spicy kick.
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1 cup plain white sugar.
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1/4 cup avocado or vegetable oil (whichever you've got).
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1/4 cup unflavored applesauce for moisture.
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2 whole eggs.
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Two teaspoons of vanilla for that sweet aroma.
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2 bananas, mashed smooth.
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1/4 cup of butter.
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A small splash of vanilla—half a teaspoon.
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1 cup powdered sugar (for frosting).
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1 tablespoon rich heavy cream.
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1/4 cup of optional walnut bits for crunch.
# Instructions:
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Turn on your oven to 325° F. Spray an 8x8 pan generously with nonstick spray, then set aside out of the way.
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In a big bowl, toss together flour, salt, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Stir until well blended. Put it aside.
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Grab another bowl and start mixing sugar, oil, and applesauce using a hand or stand mixer. Add your eggs, vanilla, and bananas, then mix gently until just combined.
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Gradually mix the dry stuff into the wet, stirring just enough until blended. Pour into your prepared pan and bake for 25–30 minutes. Check for doneness with a toothpick; it should come out clean. Let it cool entirely.
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Melt butter in a small pot over medium heat. Once melted, take it off the heat quickly and transfer it into a different dish. Let it cool down fully.
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In a small bowl, whip together the cooled melted butter, powdered sugar, vanilla, and heavy cream until smooth and fluffy. Use a hand or stand mixer for this.
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Spread that frosting over your completely cooled cake. Top with walnut pieces if you like. Slice into squares and dig in!
# Notes:
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Keep in an airtight container until you're ready to eat it.