Best 4 Banana And Vanilla Cupcakes With Buttercream Frosting Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful journey of flavors with our tantalizing Banana and Vanilla Cupcakes topped with a velvety Buttercream Frosting. These delectable treats are a perfect blend of sweet and tangy, combining the irresistible flavors of ripe bananas and aromatic vanilla. Each bite offers a moist and fluffy cupcake, bursting with banana goodness and enhanced by a rich vanilla essence. The cupcakes are crowned with a luscious Buttercream Frosting, adding a layer of creamy sweetness that complements the banana and vanilla flavors perfectly. This recipe also includes a decadent Chocolate Ganache Frosting, providing an alternative option for chocolate lovers. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure with our diverse selection of cupcake recipes, catering to every taste and preference.

**The Banana and Vanilla Cupcakes with Buttercream Frosting** recipe yields 12 heavenly cupcakes, perfect for sharing with loved ones or enjoying as a personal sweet treat. You'll find detailed instructions, precise measurements, and a comprehensive ingredient list to ensure your baking success.

For those who prefer a chocolatey indulgence, the **Chocolate Ganache Frosting** recipe offers a rich and velvety alternative. This frosting is made with high-quality chocolate, heavy cream, and butter, resulting in a luscious and decadent topping that perfectly complements the banana and vanilla flavors of the cupcakes.

Additionally, the article includes a delightful **Cream Cheese Frosting** recipe that adds a tangy and creamy layer to the cupcakes. This frosting is made with cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract, creating a smooth and flavorful topping that will tantalize your taste buds.

If you're looking for a gluten-free option, the **Gluten-Free Banana and Vanilla Cupcakes with Buttercream Frosting** recipe has you covered. This recipe uses gluten-free flour and other gluten-free ingredients to create light and fluffy cupcakes that are just as delicious as the traditional version.

Last but not least, the **Mini Banana and Vanilla Cupcakes with Buttercream Frosting** recipe is perfect for creating bite-sized treats that are ideal for parties, gatherings, or simply enjoying as a snack. These mini cupcakes are made with the same flavorful banana and vanilla batter, topped with a delightful Buttercream Frosting.

No matter which recipe you choose, you're in for a delightful treat that will satisfy your sweet cravings and leave you wanting more. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a delightful baking journey together!

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

MOIST BANANA CUPCAKES WITH VANILLA ICING



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These moist, delicious banana cupcakes are topped with a vanilla glaze, buttercream frosting, or cream cheese frosting.

Provided by Diana Rattray

Categories     Dessert     Cake

Time 38m

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 cup butter (softened)
1 1/4 cups sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour ( 10 ounces )
2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup mashed bananas ( ripe , about 3 large)
1/4 cup buttermilk
For the Icing:
6 tablespoons butter (melted)
2 1/4 cups powdered sugar (or a little more for a thicker frosting)
2 to 4 tablespoons of milk (or cream, enough for desired consistency)
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 350 F / 180 C / Gas 4. Line 2 (12-cup) muffin tins with paper cupcake liners.
  • Cream the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in 1 teaspoon of vanilla.
  • In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk to blend thoroughly.
  • To the creamed mixture, add about one-third of the flour mixture, half of the mashed banana, and half of the buttermilk; beat until well blended. Repeat with another one-third of the flour mixture and the remaining banana and buttermilk; beat well. Finish with the remaining flour mixture; beat until well blended.
  • Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about half full.
  • Bake for 18 to 20 minutes or until the cupcakes test done. A wooden toothpick should come out clean when inserted into the center of a cupcake.
  • Cool completely before frosting. Make the Icing
  • In a large mixing bowl combine the 6 tablespoons of melted butter, powdered/confectioners' sugar, 2 tablespoons of milk or cream, and 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla. Beat with an electric mixer, adding more milk or powdered/confectioners' sugar until you reach the desired frosting or drizzling consistency.
  • Drizzle the cooled cupcakes with a thin icing or frost or pipe when using a thicker frosting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 208 kcal, Carbohydrate 32 g, Cholesterol 36 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 186 mg, Sugar 22 g, Fat 8 g, ServingSize 2 dozen (24 servings), UnsaturatedFat 0 g

BANANA CUPCAKES WITH HONEY-CINNAMON FROSTING



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For a handheld treat that takes the cake, try these cute confections -- they combine the flavor of classic banana bread with a creamy spiced frosting.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cupcake Recipes

Time 40m

Yield Makes 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, (spooned and leveled)
3/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
1 1/2 cups mashed bananas (about 4 ripe bananas), plus 1 whole banana, for garnish (optional)
2 large eggs
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Honey-Cinnamon Frosting

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line a standard 12-cup muffin pan with paper liners. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  • Make a well in center of flour mixture. In well, mix together butter, mashed bananas, eggs, and vanilla. Stir to incorporate flour mixture (do not overmix). Dividing evenly, spoon batter into muffin cups.
  • Bake until a toothpick inserted in center of a cupcake comes out clean, 25 to 30 minutes. Remove cupcakes from pan; cool completely on a wire rack. Spread tops with honey-cinnamon frosting. Just before serving, peel and slice banana into rounds, and place one on each cupcake, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 341 g, Fat 16 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3 g

BANANA AND VANILLA CUPCAKES WITH BUTTERCREAM FROSTING [38]



BANANA AND VANILLA CUPCAKES WITH BUTTERCREAM FROSTING [38] image

Categories     Cake     Banana

Yield 12 Cupcakes

Number Of Ingredients 16

Banana Cupcakes:
1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter, at room temperature
1/2 cup white sugar
3 eggs, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup milk
2 large bananas, chopped
Buttercream Frosting:
2/3 cup butter, at room temperature
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 1/4 cups confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons heavy cream
4 drops yellow food coloring, or as desired

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease 12 muffin cups or line with paper muffin liners. Whisk the flour, baking powder, and salt together in a bowl; set aside. Beat 1/2 cup butter and the white sugar with an electric mixer in a large bowl until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, allowing each to blend into the butter mixture before adding the next. Beat in the vanilla with the last egg. Pour in the flour mixture alternately with the milk, mixing until just incorporated. Fold in the chopped bananas, mixing just enough to evenly combine. Pour the batter into prepared cups. Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 20 minutes. Cool in the pans for 10 minutes before removing to cool completely on a wire rack. While the cupcakes are cooling, make the buttercream by beating 2/3 cup of butter in a bowl until smooth and glossy. Beat in the vanilla, followed by the confectioners' sugar. Once no dry lumps of sugar remain, add the cream and food coloring. Whip on high speed until light and fluffy. Frost the cooled cupcakes with the buttercream frosting.

FROSTED BANANA CUPCAKES



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Go bananas with baking...especially when you have a bunch to use up. Ripe bananas are the secret to these down-home cupcakes. They look, smell and taste the best! -Jane Dearing, North Liberty, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 1-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 cup shortening
1-1/2 cups sugar
2 eggs
1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2 medium)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup buttermilk
LEMON BUTTER FROSTING:
2 cups confectioners' sugar
1/3 cup butter, softened
3 tablespoons mashed ripe banana
1 tablespoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in bananas and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk, beating well after each addition., Fill paper-lined muffin cups two-thirds full. Bake at 375° for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack to cool completely., In a small bowl, combine the frosting ingredients; beat until light and fluffy. Frost cupcakes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 33mg cholesterol, Sodium 168mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (32g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Tips:

  • Use ripe bananas: Overripe bananas are sweeter and have a more intense flavor, making them ideal for baking.
  • Cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy: This will help to incorporate air into the batter, resulting in a lighter and more tender cupcake.
  • Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition: This will help to prevent the batter from curdling.
  • Do not overmix the batter: Overmixing can result in tough, dense cupcakes.
  • Bake the cupcakes until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean: This will ensure that the cupcakes are cooked through.
  • Allow the cupcakes to cool completely before frosting: This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.
  • Use a piping bag or a zip-top bag with the corner snipped off to frost the cupcakes: This will help to create a smooth, even frosting.

Conclusion:

These banana and vanilla cupcakes with buttercream frosting are a delicious and easy-to-make treat. They are perfect for any occasion, and they are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.

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