Looking to sweeten up your day with a delightful treat? This Banana Cake with Milky Way Icing is the perfect combination of moist, banana-flavored cake and decadent chocolatey icing that will have your taste buds dancing with joy. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply craving a cozy dessert at home, this recipe is sure to impress. Let’s dive into creating this scrumptious delight!
**Banana Cake With Milky Way Icing**
**Ingredients:**
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon baking powder
– 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 2 large eggs
– 3 ripe bananas, mashed
– 1/2 cup sour cream
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
**For the Milky Way Icing:**
– 1 cup milk chocolate chips
– 1/2 cup heavy cream
– 2 Milky Way candy bars, chopped
**Instructions:**
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
5. Stir in the mashed bananas, sour cream, and vanilla extract until well combined.
6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
7. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Allow the cake to cool completely before icing.
**For the Milky Way Icing:**
1. In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it just begins to simmer.
2. Place the milk chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl and pour the hot cream over the chocolate. Let it sit for a minute, then stir until smooth.
3. Add the chopped Milky Way bars to the chocolate mixture and stir until melted and well combined.
4. Let the icing cool slightly to thicken before spreading it over the cooled banana cake.
5. Allow the icing to set before slicing and serving the cake.
Indulge in every bite of this luscious Banana Cake with Milky Way Icing, where the sweetness of ripe bananas meets the richness of chocolate in a delightful harmony. This recipe is a surefire way to add a touch of sweetness to any occasion, leaving your guests asking for seconds. Enjoy the process of baking and savoring this delectable creation that is bound to become a favorite in your recipe collection.
