Homemade Banana Cream Frosting Recipe
Homemade Banana Cream Frosting Recipe: Do you ever find yourself craving the rich, creamy goodness of a homemade frosting? Something that perfectly complements your favorite dessert and leaves you wanting more? Look no further, because I have just the recipe for you. Introducing the homemade banana buttercream frosting recipe – a decadent blend of ground banana chips, butter, and sugar that will take your desserts to the next level. A light and fluffy frosting, infused with the sweet banana flavor, creating the perfect balance of indulgence and nostalgia. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
This wonderful frosting has a great banana flavor and is amazing on a variety of cakes/cupcakes. Like….spice cake, hummingbird cake, chocolate cake and banana nut. Scroll down to see my secret ingredient for making this the best Banana Cream Frosting you’ll ever taste!
How to Make Banana Cream Frosting
I’m a frosting girl….always have been. So for me, having a delicious pile of frosting on top of a cupcake is all that matters! As long as the frosting is homemade you can skimp on the cupcake and use a cake mix! There’s no denying that the canned frosting can’t even come close to homemade. DID YOU KNOW…this banana frosting is also great on banana bread and sugar cookies?
HOMEMADE BANANA CREAM CHEESE FROSTING INGREDIENTS LIST-full printable recipe below in recipe card
If you are a banana fan then you are going to love this easy to make frosting recipe. This recipe overs awesome banana flavor without the risk of turning brown from fresh bananas.
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 (8 ounce) cream cheese, softened
- 2 (2.7 ounce) bags baked crunchy banana chips (about 3/4 cup powder and pieces)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon banana extract
- 5 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon water or milk
BANANA FROSTING INSTRUCTIONS
- FOR THE BANANA CHIPS: Pour the bags of banana chips into a blender. Blend until the chips become powder. Some small pieces may remain but will soften once in the frosting mixture.
- In a large mixing bowl of a stand mixer or hand held electric mixer (for a light and fluffy frosting I recommend using a stand mixer), fitted with a paddle attachment, add the softened butter, cream cheese, and banana powder from the ground banana chips.
- Mix until smooth (about 3 minutes). Add the extracts, mix to combine.
- Add sugar one cup at a time, mixing on low speed between additions and adding the water or milk.
- Once all the sugar and water or milk has been added, turn the speed up to medium-high speed.
- Mix for an additional 3 minutes to allow air to enter the frosting and become light and fluffy.
- Spoon into a piping bag fitted with a frosting tip or spread on cupcakes, cakes, or cookies.
IMPORTANT TIP ABOUT BANANA CREAM FROSTING
For best results, make the frosting the DAY BEFORE you need it. This will allow the banana chips to soften. You don’t want a crunchy frosting. PLEASE DON’T SKIP the banana chips, they offer a lot of natural banana flavor.
Hummingbird Cupcakes
Transform your favorite Southern cake into bite size treats! These wonderful Hummingbird Banana Cupcakes with Banana Cream Frosting are filled with pineapple, bananas, pecans and if that isn’t enough how about an incredible creamy Banana Cream Frosting? Wow! Now that’s a cupcake your guests will definitely enjoy. ♥ CLICK HERE FOR THE RECIPE →HUMMINGBIRD CUPCAKES
How to Store Frosting
Frostings that are made with shortening can be stored at room temperature in an air tight container on the counter up to 2 weeks. Frostings with butter and milk should be stored in the refrigerator with an air tight lid up to 2 weeks or freezer up to 3 months.
Tips for a Light and Fluffy Frosting
- Good ingredients “real” butter not margarine
- Room temperature ingredients
- Be patient…you’ll need to whip the frosting at least 3 to 5 minutes (sometimes I do this step twice). This will allow air to incorporate into the butter and create the lightness you want.
- That’s it! It’s really not as hard as you might think.
Cupcake Recipes
Below are a few of my favorite easy to make cupcake recipes, hand picked to go with the banana cream frosting. Here are all the recipes→CUPCAKES
SECRET INGREDIENT
In order to achieve a delicious banana flavor you might think I added tons of smashed fresh bananas or banana flavor. If I were use fresh bananas I would have to also use tons of sugar to absorb all the moisture. While I did add some flavor ( only 1 teaspoon) the real secret ingredient is banana chips! Here’s what I did….Simply pour the baked banana chips in a blender and blend until the fruit is in powder form. There will still be some tiny pieces but that’s what give the frosting lots of banana flavor and interest. The longer the ground banana chips sit in the moisture of the butter and cream cheese the softer the pieces become. By the time your guests take their first bite the banana pieces will be soft and full of banana flavor.
Why should my ingredients be at room temperature?
This one is simple. The recipe calls for “softened” or “room temperature” butter. This simple step will make it easier for you to reach a light and fluffy homemade butterscotch frosting. No one wants chunks of butter in their frosting. Just lay the butter on the counter until when pressed with your finger it gives and makes a indention, without your finger sliding anywhere. Firm, but not cold. Lightly softened without being greasy.
ADD ANOTHER LAYER OF FLAVOR WITH BROWN BUTTER
An easy way to add a caramel/nutty flavor to your frosting.
- In a small saucepan bring the butter to a boil on medium high, constantly stirring (about 5 to 6 minutes).
- Once butter starts to foam you know you’re close (like 30 seconds close).
- Use the spoon to pull away the top coat (foam) of the butter; when you can see that the butter has reached a caramel color it is done!
- Pour into a jar; cool on the counter.
- Place a lid on and store in the refrigerator.
CAN I FREEZE BANANA CREAM FROSTING?
Yes you can!
- Transfer the frosting to an airtight container or freezer bag. The frosting will stay fresh in the freezer up to 3 months.
- Thaw overnight in the refrigerator.
- Add the frosting to a large mixing bowl, mix on medium high until the frosting becomes light and fluffy( about 3 minutes).
- Frost cupcakes or cakes.
MORE FROSTING RECIPES
Below are a few of my favorite frosting recipes. Here, are all the recipe→FROSTING
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In conclusion, making your own homemade banana cream frosting is a fun and rewarding experience that can elevate any dessert to the next level. Not only will you impress your taste buds, but also your friends and family with this delectable treat. So, what are you waiting for? Get in the kitchen and start baking. Your taste buds (and your loved ones) will thank you. And who knows, you may even discover your own signature twist on this classic recipe. Don’t be afraid to take risks and experiment. With a little bit of practice and patience, you’ll have a foolproof recipe that will make your desserts stand out in a crowd. So go ahead and whip up a batch of this heavenly frosting, and let your creativity run wild. Happy baking!💗Sheryl
Banana Cream Frosting
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 (8 ounce) cream cheese, softened
- 2 (2.7 ounce) bags baked crunchy banana chips (about 3/4 cup powder and pieces)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon banana extract
- 5 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon water or milk
Instructions
For the Banana Chips:
Pour the bags of banana chips into a blender. Blend until the chips become powder. Some small pieces may remain but will soften once in the frosting mixture.
For the Banana Cream Frosting:
In a large mixing bowl add the butter, cream cheese, and banana powder. Mix until smooth (about 3 minutes). Add the extracts, mix to combine. Add sugar one cup at a time, mixing between additions and adding the water or milk. Once all the sugar and water or milk has been added, turn the speed up to medium high. Mix for an additional 3 minutes to allow air to enter the frosting and become light and fluffy.
Notes
I made the frosting a day early so the banana chip powder had a chance to soften. The banana chips offer great banana flavor.
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Could I dye this yellow or what do you recommend to make it yellow?
Yes…if you would like more of a yellow color you will need to add yellow gel food coloring.