Festive Birthday Cake Flavored Banana Bread with Cream Cheese Frosting

Celebrate any day like it's a special occasion with this delicious Birthday Cake Flavored Banana Bread! This unique recipe combines the sweet, comforting flavors of traditional banana bread with the fun and excitement of birthday cake, topped with rainbow sprinkles. replaces the word nice with emptypped with a creamy cream cheese frosting, this banana bread is not only easy to make with just one bowl, but also puts a festive twist on a favorite classic.

Why you'll love it:

This banana bread is perfect for anyone looking to add a little extra joy to their baking. The addition of rainbow sprinkles lends a playful pop of color to each slice, while the rich flavors of vanilla and almond extracts ensure every bite is full of deliciousness. Cream cheese frosting adds a luxurious finish that makes this banana bread ideal for celebrations or simply a sweet end to a meal.

Perfect occasion:

This banana bread is great for birthdays, get-togethers, or as a cheerful treat to brighten up the weekday blues. It's also perfect for holiday brunches or as a thoughtful homemade gift. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or just craving something sweet and unique, this banana bread is sure to impress.

Decorating Tips:

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Ingredients:

• For the banana bread:
  • 3 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/4 cup coconut sugar
  • 1/4 cup oil (your choice of neutral oil)
  • 2 tablespoons of Greek yogurt
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla bean paste
  • 1 teaspoon of almond extract
  • A pinch of salt
  • 1 teaspoon of baking soda
  • 1/4 to 1/2 cup rainbow sprinkles

• For the cream cheese frosting:
  • 6 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2-3 tablespoons of milk

Instructions:

1. Preheat and prepare:
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C).
   • Butter a loaf pan and line it with parchment paper for easy unmolding.
2. Mix the wet ingredients:
   • In a large bowl, combine the mashed bananas, coconut sugar, oil, eggs, vanilla bean paste and Greek yogurt. Whisk together until well combined.

3. Add the dry ingredients:
   • Sift the flour, baking soda and salt directly into the wet mixture.
   • Use a spatula to fold the ingredients until just combined, being careful not to overmix.

4. Add sprinkles:
   • Gently fold the rainbow sprinkles into the batter.
5. Cook:
   • Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
   • Bake for 45 to 50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
6. Prepare the frosting:
   • While the bread is cooling, mix the cream cheese, powdered sugar and milk until smooth and spreadable.
7. Decorate and serve:
   • Once the bread has completely cooled, spread the cream cheese frosting on top.
   • If desired, sprinkle additional rainbow sprinkles for decoration.

Enjoy this vibrant and fun Birthday Cake Flavored Banana Bread, a sweet treat that combines the best of both worlds: banana bread and birthday cake – into one delicious dessert!