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I let it cool completely, then sliced off the crisp edges, unrolled it and spread with the frosting. I did add about a cup of whipped cream to make the frosting lighter and easier to roll with the cake. After rolling it, I sifted a bit of powdered sugar over the top and not even a half teaspoon of instant coffee. \nThis came out perfectly and was a huge hit with my guests. \nI didn't have any sour cream, so I put a tablespoon of lemon juice in a measuring cup and filled it with heavy cream to the 1 cup mark and let it sit while I got the rest of the ingredients ready. Normally you can make buttermilk by using milk with the lemon juice, but I wanted it thicker, so used heavy cream.\nAnd excellent way to use ripe bananas. Frankly, my husband was getting pretty tired of banana bread!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2022-01-22","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"SueZimmerman213"},"reviewBody":"Added chocolate chips, so moist! Didn't try the frosting.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2023-10-01","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Crystal311"},"reviewBody":"
This is one of my favorite cakes. Not always a huge cake person but the combination of the coffee frosting and the cake is amazing. I have made it three times now and it has been good every time. <\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-02-17","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BlueSword"},"reviewBody":"Holy crappin jack!!!! This cake is amazeballs! I used a jelly roll pan instead of 13x9 and adjusted baking time to 15 min. and it turned out perfect. The coffee frosting pairs well with the cake. I will so be bringing this to any party I go to if I ever get to go to a party again due to covid. Happy baking peeps. :)","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-02-04","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OrangeTrumpet"},"reviewBody":"This recipe is a total jam! So good, wouldn\u2019t change a thing. Moist, delicious flavor and frosting. As I was reading reviews, I kept answering the questions in my head and decided to share some answers in my review. Someone said there is no liquid in cake. Yes there is: sour cream and mashed bananas. You\u2019d be surprised how much liquid you get from 3 mashed bananas. Dense cake? Most likely due to the fact that your bananas were not ripe enough. I\u2019m not an award winner of anything, but I do bake almost everyday and testing out recipes is what I do. If you use just ripe bananas, the cake will turn out dense because they are not juicy. You need VERY ripe bananas that are almost fully black so that when you press to mash, it\u2019s like puree. You need baking soda. You\u2019d be surprised the difference it makes if you were to use baking powder. Always make sure your cake is fully baked before taking it out, by inserting wooden toothpick into center of cake. If the cake is even a bit under-baked, it will fall down like instantly and it will mess up your cake. Overall, my family enjoyed this cake and we keep making it over and over again!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-07-18","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OrangeBattery"},"reviewBody":"I have made this about 50 time and love the recipe. I make it in a 9 x 17 pan & they are thinner like bars. I am alone & can't eat all I bake so most is given to friend & neighbors. They all like them as bars instead of a thicker cake. The frosting is to die for. would not think of frosting them with any other frosting. This is my favorite go to recipe when I have to use up ripe banana.. I make the at least twice a month.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-04-06","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BlueCherries"},"reviewBody":"This recipe was a home run with my family. Easy and quick to make with common ingredients found in the kitchen. The frosting added an unexpected depth to this moist cake. Highly recommend this recipe","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-08-27","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleBee"},"reviewBody":"I've made this twice. I cut the recipe in half to make an 8-inch square cake. I cut the amount of sugar down to less than 1\/3 cup and the cake was plenty sweet. I made a cream cheese icing and added strong coffee to get that coffee flavor suggested in the recipe. This is a good recipe -- thanks.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-05-30","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OliveRaindrop"},"reviewBody":"I've made this cake a few times now. After the first time, my family started \"forgetting to eat the bananas\" until they got soft and then said \"guess you need to make those into some cake!\" My family loves cream cheese frosting, so that's what I make to go with it. I would definitely suggest trying cream cheese frosting. It adds a nice zing!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-01-09","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanFan"},"reviewBody":"Have made this recipe from a different site; it had a different frosting. This is the best banana cake I have ever made, light and fluffy. I used thawed bananas from the freezer. Doesn't even need frosting, it is so moist and flavorful. A definite keeper (the recipe).","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-07-13","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BlueChefHat"},"reviewBody":"
I made cupcakes from the recipe, it makes about 15. They were absolutely delicious !!<\/p>
Such a simple, good basic recipe.......very moist, very flavorful. definitely a \"keeper\".<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-03-29","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OrangeTag"},"reviewBody":"This cake was a big hit for several years now and it\u2019s still so delicious and so moist! Love it and my family love this cake as well!!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2018-12-13","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanBee"},"reviewBody":"I have made this recipe so many times that I have lost count. It is my grandson's absolutely favorite cake and we don't even frost it ,it is that good.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-01-02","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OlivePin"},"reviewBody":"I work in an office with +20 guys, 2 asked me for the recipe and one said it was better than my homemade banana bread - from my Grandmother's recipe book.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-03-15","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OrangeBeer"},"reviewBody":"I have made this for years..but I call it banana bars and make it in a 15 by 10 inch pan.Always turns out excellent. I frost it with bream cheese frosting. Easy and delicious. Never fails!!!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-02-09","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanPin"},"reviewBody":"This cake was super good With great banana flavor! I had no problem with it not rising at all! Thank you for sharing. ?? (Of note, I would think a prized baker would review a recipe first, and if the ratios seemed hinky - particularly given their level of expertise - they wouldn\u2019t bother to waste their time and money on the extremely inexpensive and common ingredients to make this cake. Again, an award-winning baker should have seen through this sham of a recipe in a heartbeat!)","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-02-13","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OliveWeights"},"reviewBody":"A new favorite at our house. Cake is perfectly moist & flavorful while the coffee flavored frosting is an unexpected but delicious complement to the banana cake. And just an FYI for anyone living at high altitude like us here at 7,000'...no need to adjust the recipe, it worked great as written!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-02-28","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanPizza"},"reviewBody":"didn't turn out well. didn't cook well through, very dense and heavy, doughy almost on the bottom not sure what I did wrong. seems most of the reviews are great. id try it again, but if I didn't get a great result second time, I will toss the recipie.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":2,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-07-26","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleButton"},"reviewBody":"I also have made this recipie for many years in a 15x10 pan.....got the recipie card that I cut out of a previous Taste Recipes magazine! I will substitute some banana extract for part of the vanilla for more banana flavor, I usually use a cream cheese frosting.....moist and delicious and easy to make!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-01-10","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GoldTeepee"},"reviewBody":"Excellent recipe - I subbed applesauce for the sour cream, reduced the sugar, increased the vanilla and used vanilla sugar. I baked in muffin tins at the recipe recommended temperature and they were perfect. Came out moist and delicious for breakfast and snacks.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-07-26","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BlueBowtie"},"reviewBody":"I\"ve made this cake before but added 2 tlb. of poppy seed to it. good recipe","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-06-27","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OliveCandy"},"reviewBody":"I used plain yogurt instead of sour cream. It was great.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2017-02-11","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OliveStrawberry"},"reviewBody":"This cake was really easy to put together and was a hit with everyone. We really liked the frosting. I did use brewed espresso instead of instant coffee granules. It's a great way to use up bananas that are starting to brown. One of my children isn't a fan of bananas, but said this cake was good.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-07-08","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BlueCocktail"},"reviewBody":"This was good the first day I made it but by the next day when the flavors had had a chance to mingle- it was absolutely delicious!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}}]},"video":{"title":"Potluck Banana Cake","description":"Coffee flavored frosting makes the perfect topping for this moist banana cake","url":"https:\/\/videodam.tmbi.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/VD37551_010317_H.mp4","duration":"77.55","mime_type":"video\/mp4","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/videodam.tmbi.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/VD37551_010317_Thumb.jpg","advertising":true,"jw_id":"lQScfwWY","jw_url":"https:\/\/cdn.jwplayer.com\/videos\/lQScfwWY-Uot7Fvi8.mp4","jw_thmub_url":"https:\/\/cdn.jwplayer.com\/v2\/media\/lQScfwWY\/poster.jpg?width=720","jw_publish_date":"06\/12\/2018"},"rms_legacy_id":"37551","romance_copy_dek":"I found this recipe more than five years ago and have been making it for family gatherings ever since. 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I've also substituted buttermilk for the sour cream when I ran out of it while making this and didn't want to go to the store--worked great. If you are a fan of banana bread, you will love this cake. I think it tastes even better a day or two after you've made it and it has had a chance to deepen the flavor.<\/p>","CommentId":18,"DateRated":"05\/17\/2018 12:08","GUID":"88a87cf7c2d14e56b1b38bc0d7c546db","MemberId":8480257,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Molly","SubmittedDate":"05\/17\/2018 12:08"},{"Comment":" Made recipe exactly as written, except just used whipped cream cheese frosting. It was a hit!<\/p>","CommentId":19,"DateRated":"02\/05\/2018 18:08","GUID":"5d46f8f4a6344979a3120de590d4ec62","MemberId":6202316,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"jdanz2010","SubmittedDate":"02\/05\/2018 18:08"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":20,"DateRated":"01\/06\/2018 09:04","GUID":"bb1886c3451c403a8e3f8ddaf0efa3b6","MemberId":9346495,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"Nayera","SubmittedDate":"01\/06\/2018 09:04"},{"Comment":" Mine fell too. I read that it could be due to a lack of moisture. I used , as always, a fresh box of baking soda so that was not the reason. While I was making it I kept saying it neeeded baking powder. That could be the reason too but I\u2019m inclined to say it was lack of moisture. I won\u2019t make this again. I\u2019m really surprised because the recipes from taste of Home are usually great.<\/p>","CommentId":21,"DateRated":"11\/30\/2017 08:26","GUID":"f2dd35765405456aa04966256d70d3f7","MemberId":9340323,"Rating":2,"ScreenName":"Rose","SubmittedDate":"11\/30\/2017 08:26"},{"Comment":" Made this last week for my boyfriend's birthday (he loves banana) and he loved this cake! His had a piece and loved it too! I followed the recipe no changes :)<\/p>","CommentId":22,"DateRated":"11\/10\/2017 19:55","GUID":"5a2a3eed7cdb428b8382b0b7a27dcf7e","MemberId":9314006,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Sara","SubmittedDate":"11\/10\/2017 19:55"},{"Comment":" TOTAL FLOP. Came out weighing as much as a heavy pound cake. Read reviews first- followed special comments left to help those who failed with this cake. I wanted this to be perfect as we love banana anything. I made this a few months back and it was a lot of work for a cake that went in the trash! Only thing I didn't do was to use Cake flour and I didn't use totally black bananas - short of that - I did nothing to cause this flop. So disappointed and frustrated.<\/p>","CommentId":23,"DateRated":"10\/08\/2017 15:23","GUID":"3c26977b8f744058b6a1042906a9f9e0","MemberId":9275401,"Rating":1,"ScreenName":"GranJan","SubmittedDate":"10\/08\/2017 15:23"},{"Comment":" I just made this for the first time and it is absolutely delicious. It was very easy to make and the directions were easy to follow.<\/p>","CommentId":24,"DateRated":"09\/23\/2017 19:51","GUID":"4608977a406743c5a0b5f4ec67004419","MemberId":9256186,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Tracie","SubmittedDate":"09\/23\/2017 19:51"},{"Comment":" I have made a similar cake for many years, but in a jelly roll pan. The frosting I make has peanut butter in it instead of the coffee. Everyone loves it!<\/p>","CommentId":25,"DateRated":"07\/28\/2017 10:59","GUID":"ac03c74c8ea54f84974ec0ec87b386d0","MemberId":2923037,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"Elora47","SubmittedDate":"07\/28\/2017 10:59"},{"Comment":" I use cream cheese frosting on this cake. Very good! A burnt sugar frosting works well also. I bake in jelly roll pan for approximately 20 minutes.<\/p>","CommentId":26,"DateRated":"04\/23\/2017 17:02","GUID":"8e755ba8a157482d816b066d37b9ac36","MemberId":9151243,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Gloria","SubmittedDate":"04\/23\/2017 17:00"},{"Comment":" Excellent! My husband who usually doesn't eat cake had 2 pieces tonite!<\/p>","CommentId":27,"DateRated":"03\/31\/2017 20:46","GUID":"443a177659a2474eb9f4cf84e6e05262","MemberId":7735479,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Laurie1956","SubmittedDate":"03\/31\/2017 20:46"},{"Comment":" This is an amazing recipe. I have been searching and searching for a potluck banana cake recipe and this version keeps popping up. Well. I finally made it and wow! This will be my go to recipe. I put it in a bundt cake pan on 350 for 50 minutes. No frosting needed.<\/p>","CommentId":28,"DateRated":"03\/15\/2017 22:07","GUID":"d0505eabe2bb47aa9340d343333a8bcf","MemberId":7085265,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"pyrlgyrl","SubmittedDate":"03\/15\/2017 22:07"},{"Comment":" This cake was really easy to put together and was a hit with everyone. We really liked the frosting. I did use brewed espresso instead of instant coffee granules. It's a great way to use up bananas that are starting to brown. One of my children isn't a fan of bananas, but said this cake was good.<\/p>","CommentId":29,"DateRated":"02\/11\/2017 21:00","GUID":"a437b8b0f0d5480dae12c978c1196952","MemberId":7541400,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Corwin44","SubmittedDate":"02\/11\/2017 21:00"},{"Comment":" This dessert is a GAME CHANGER for any potluck, office party, family event, holiday, or any day of the week. Delicious! The frosting is good, but sometimes I just opt for a Nutella spread on top if I'm too lazy to make my own. This recipe is definitely a keeper!<\/p>","CommentId":30,"DateRated":"02\/01\/2017 13:18","GUID":"8462bec61a0d46ecb11f66e25cc2a988","MemberId":8717427,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"gina.kapfhamer","SubmittedDate":"02\/01\/2017 13:18"},{"Comment":" Just like Mom used to make! This was a family favorite back in the 1960s. I was delighted to find this recipe and try it out on my own family. It was a hit!<\/p>","CommentId":31,"DateRated":"07\/14\/2016 22:38","GUID":"903bd8f5bbf246b581890cf012c0ae12","MemberId":7296615,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"pip31453","SubmittedDate":"07\/14\/2016 22:38"},{"Comment":" The only thing I'd change would be to use 2-3 tablespoons of fresh brewed strong coffee instead of instant. The coffee flavor is more than just a hint, so prepare for coffee lovers! I also think that a cream cheese frosting base with coffee flavor would be excellent . I want to try that next time I make this.<\/p>","CommentId":32,"DateRated":"07\/02\/2016 21:59","GUID":"24cf84c40f774cb09333ee6d503f394b","MemberId":8321657,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"foxyhottcakes","SubmittedDate":"07\/02\/2016 21:59"},{"Comment":" Super quick. Super easy. Super good..!!<\/p>","CommentId":33,"DateRated":"06\/28\/2016 15:26","GUID":"b8d6d1b234f64b6a8335bc59d69785ee","MemberId":4368421,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"RGootkin","SubmittedDate":"06\/28\/2016 15:26"},{"Comment":" I have made this cake several times. My family said this is awesome. I make the frosting different. My daughter cannot have milk. I use stick of butter, vanillA extract, powdered sugar and marshmallow fluff. Excellent. Love this cake.<\/p>","CommentId":34,"DateRated":"05\/31\/2016 12:02","GUID":"a6c08ab54b05489cad21abcd0471fcee","MemberId":6874877,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Jotho","SubmittedDate":"05\/31\/2016 12:02"},{"Comment":" There was no liquid in this recipe and it was flat, gummy and more like a cookie after it cooked. I will never try this again. Probably needed a cup of water or milk.<\/p>","CommentId":35,"DateRated":"03\/29\/2016 18:14","GUID":"eb143ca26ee74f42813883d0238a4479","MemberId":8820355,"Rating":1,"ScreenName":"Southernutahlady","SubmittedDate":"03\/29\/2016 18:14"},{"Comment":" The coffee icing is what caught my attention with this cake recipe. I did not have instant coffee so I put just 1 teaspoon of regular ground coffee in the icing. This cake is light and moist. The banana and coffee flavors go great together.<\/p>","CommentId":36,"DateRated":"10\/09\/2015 13:51","GUID":"113109b553a145228c4b1b92ab56eb91","MemberId":7112115,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"tammycookblogsbooks","SubmittedDate":"10\/09\/2015 13:51"},{"Comment":" I made this cake , followed the recipe exactly. It raised nicely above the pan, but after removing it from the oven it fell . Very dense. Will not make it ever, I think something is missing. No stars for this cake.<\/p>","CommentId":37,"DateRated":"08\/01\/2015 12:36","GUID":"dfc31c840ce14e5089b4f7cdb9b2a3fb","MemberId":8170968,"Rating":1,"ScreenName":"Elainesollner","SubmittedDate":"08\/01\/2015 12:36"},{"Comment":" This recipe was dense and would hardly rise. I, too, think it was the lack of baking powder.<\/p> Heavy with moisture and barely done after an additional 10 minutes. I\"ll stick with my old recipe.<\/p>","CommentId":38,"DateRated":"06\/19\/2015 14:47","GUID":"73de2166f3514a7696e8f721a218a05c","MemberId":3074456,"Rating":1,"ScreenName":"Cathie","SubmittedDate":"06\/19\/2015 14:47"},{"Comment":" Cake was easy enough but the frosting was WAY too sweet. I added some additional butter and substituted the coffee for vanilla extract (wife didn't want the coffee flavor) and it was still a bit sweet. I used the whipping beater for my mixer to lighten it up and, while a bit on the sweet side, it came out good. The cake recipe came out good and needed no additions or subtractions. I did use 3 bananas (I don't know if I'd call them medium) but they were very ripe and mixed right in. Alternating the banana, flour and sour cream was a mess-free way of incorporating the flour (which tends to bomb if the speed isn't just right).<\/p>","CommentId":39,"DateRated":"06\/11\/2015 13:59","GUID":"cff80f903653473b8fbb6bac7d57ebf9","MemberId":8411217,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"phlydude","SubmittedDate":"06\/11\/2015 13:59"},{"Comment":" I thought the amount of banana looked skimpy, so I doubled it. Very moist and fulfilling banana flavor. Next time I will try a caramel frosting, or none at all<\/p>","CommentId":40,"DateRated":"06\/07\/2015 20:47","GUID":"a8033425db124bbaa803c3d3f671e8e8","MemberId":8397626,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"lisaakuna","SubmittedDate":"06\/07\/2015 20:47"},{"Comment":" I have made this cake twice now. One as the recipe says, then I made this cake but with some revising, since I am diabetic. I used a sugar substitute in place of regular sugar. I also used 1\/2 of regular flour & half local wheat flour, which did not affect the taste. I also did not have enough sour cream & ended up whipping heavy cream, then adding it, and it tasted fine as well. My husband does not like coffee at all, so the frosting for his half of the cake was a cream cheese frosting and he loved it, the cake was a bit heavier & I am guessing from the wheat flour but was still \"YUMMY\"!<\/p>","CommentId":41,"DateRated":"06\/01\/2015 16:49","GUID":"f221b83d2a6a4aef837d9b13db1c6551","MemberId":5358827,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Nancy","SubmittedDate":"06\/01\/2015 16:45"},{"Comment":" We love bananas, so this cake sounds good to me. One question....will the coffee granules dissolve in cold milk, or should I dissolve them in warm milk, and then cool it off before proceeding to complete the frosting?<\/p>","CommentId":42,"DateRated":"05\/18\/2015 10:51","GUID":"460ECB6E33BB4F2F95452023FEFE6DD5","MemberId":6154720,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"KittieCatt","SubmittedDate":"05\/18\/2015 10:51"},{"Comment":" Very delicious even with a canned cream cheese frosting since I had one that needed to be used.<\/p>","CommentId":43,"DateRated":"04\/21\/2015 18:46","GUID":"7eb2e66b45714a838cf88d66f88abd3d","MemberId":8345737,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"karensue2","SubmittedDate":"04\/21\/2015 18:46"},{"Comment":" I have made this cake since I came across this recipe in 2014 at least 6 times - wonderful wonderful cake and my 2 granddaughters (8&10) absolutely love it with the coffee icing. The flavor they love plus I think they feel grown up with coffee ::) b great recipe<\/p>","CommentId":44,"DateRated":"02\/21\/2015 07:30","GUID":"01A12465A96E47C4A3429056108C10E5","MemberId":3011578,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"meemeetokdpj","SubmittedDate":"02\/21\/2015 07:30"},{"Comment":" Great cake! Frosting is yummy!<\/p>","CommentId":45,"DateRated":"02\/02\/2015 12:20","GUID":"c4336a108c354eaba736c9e676488bf1","MemberId":8241912,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"shannon11381","SubmittedDate":"02\/02\/2015 12:20"},{"Comment":" Very good but tasted like banana bread with frosting.<\/p>","CommentId":46,"DateRated":"01\/29\/2015 17:16","GUID":"16a53c6fda4c47c9818d97d9e033b812","MemberId":6643800,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"Carmen21212","SubmittedDate":"01\/29\/2015 17:16"},{"Comment":" This is so good! I wasn't sure about the coffee frosting, but it is a good combination. Thanks for sharing!<\/p>","CommentId":47,"DateRated":"01\/09\/2015 20:29","GUID":"7d671d528d04453cba949b5f845e6d40","MemberId":6007790,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"IslandWife","SubmittedDate":"01\/09\/2015 20:29"},{"Comment":" Super quick - super delicious! Was ready to go in the oven by the time it preheated. Stayed moist and delicious! Cheated with a can of cream cheese frosting and it was just enough! Great dish for a party or crowd. It's a keeper!<\/p>","CommentId":48,"DateRated":"11\/13\/2014 11:43","GUID":"c0ad3e4e1f314501bf6eca1168c46039","MemberId":2060803,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"imabker2","SubmittedDate":"11\/13\/2014 11:43"},{"Comment":" Absolutely delicious! Moist & flavorful, & easy to make! I didn't make the frosting because I'm diabetic & all my kids have grown up with cakes without frosting (except for special occasions) & think they're too sweet with the frosting. Have to admit I was tempted to try it, though--sounds delicious! The cake alone is excellent! I'd add a little more vanilla next time, though, just to meet our tastebuds.<\/p>","CommentId":49,"DateRated":"11\/11\/2014 15:34","GUID":"bacd86d8587f45f1bed38a2ccf561cbb","MemberId":1094741,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Sue Zappa","SubmittedDate":"11\/11\/2014 15:34"},{"Comment":" You will have to try really good<\/p>","CommentId":50,"DateRated":"10\/21\/2014 08:14","GUID":"7a2cabe4d3a4484b94659fa3fee05252","MemberId":8045151,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"sharonjohn76","SubmittedDate":"10\/21\/2014 08:14"},{"Comment":" I made cupcakes from the recipe, it makes about 15. They were absolutely delicious !!<\/p> Such a simple, good basic recipe.......very moist, very flavorful. definitely a "keeper".<\/p>","CommentId":51,"DateRated":"09\/26\/2014 17:57","GUID":"d995fe912ec94612a8cb8c2af7ed5e22","MemberId":5279129,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"MS LISA","SubmittedDate":"09\/26\/2014 17:57"},{"Comment":" I made this for our annual neighborhood Labor Day party and everyone wanted to know who made the banana dessert. Instead of mashing the bananas, I put both the sour cream and bananas in my blender to have a smooth batter. I also added a cup of blueberries to the batter that gave the dessert a little more juiciness and tartness. I only used the frosting on half the cake for those who preferred without any extra sweetness. It is definitely more cake-like than bread. It is a keeper for sure.<\/p>","CommentId":52,"DateRated":"08\/31\/2014 20:24","GUID":"e17f255b5b03488d90df8da6249f414d","MemberId":6971582,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"cootnfish","SubmittedDate":"08\/31\/2014 20:22"},{"Comment":" I made this cake to take to work. It was very moist and the icing was delicious . I only gave it four stars because the cake didn't rise as much as it looked in the picture it was more like a bar than a cake . Overall the taste was very good<\/p>","CommentId":53,"DateRated":"08\/31\/2014 00:58","GUID":"80b3b2261590497c841492fa59bd2a4f","MemberId":7760621,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"Cklee1403","SubmittedDate":"08\/31\/2014 00:58"},{"Comment":" Cake was awesome. I made a cream cheese with banana icing...it was a real hit for friends and family!<\/p>","CommentId":54,"DateRated":"08\/25\/2014 16:20","GUID":"90e0c9730eeb4c87a18f7b09a7bc566e","MemberId":7625583,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"postell78","SubmittedDate":"08\/25\/2014 16:20"},{"Comment":" Everyone loved this cake and it was really moist. Will make again.<\/p>","CommentId":55,"DateRated":"08\/22\/2014 10:40","GUID":"3e97208b392a4060abd622323c0d8be9","MemberId":5171687,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"jsturm6610","SubmittedDate":"08\/22\/2014 10:40"},{"Comment":" Great taste unique frosting<\/p>","CommentId":56,"DateRated":"08\/12\/2014 19:07","GUID":"8e32ff509e1a4d97af75fa7b4f8e3d85","MemberId":7396077,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"jess4209","SubmittedDate":"08\/12\/2014 19:07"},{"Comment":" Loved this cake and the combination of frosting and cake is wonderful. My family loved it too and I would suggest it too.<\/p>","CommentId":57,"DateRated":"08\/10\/2014 07:33","GUID":"afe6ee6e3c1449c59861fa4df13ce935","MemberId":9295194,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"dcscake_OH","SubmittedDate":"08\/10\/2014 07:33"},{"Comment":" Only two of the four in my family like bananas but the two of use that do like this cake. The sour cream makes it super moist. I used a vanilla bean cream cheese frosting for this because the two of use don't care for coffee. The banana flavor is a nice change to the typical white cakes at potlucks.<\/p>","CommentId":58,"DateRated":"08\/07\/2014 16:49","GUID":"05568C2BAA5C41B18557A2137AF8DB0F","MemberId":828588,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"randcbruns","SubmittedDate":"08\/07\/2014 16:49"},{"Comment":" Anything banana goes well with my family. Delicious cake, tender and moist. Will keep this recipe for a family favorite!<\/p>","CommentId":59,"DateRated":"07\/30\/2014 21:20","GUID":"21f48a8e121844eb84ade6d3e2cf470a","MemberId":3463962,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"hotfudgesundae","SubmittedDate":"07\/30\/2014 21:20"},{"Comment":" I also have made this recipie for many years in a 15x10 pan.....got the recipie card that I cut out of a previous Taste Recipes magazine! I will substitute some banana extract for part of the vanilla for more banana flavor, I usually use a cream cheese frosting.....moist and delicious and easy to make!<\/p>","CommentId":60,"DateRated":"07\/26\/2014 20:43","GUID":"c4969364b2e749a9ba90219d6ae563b2","MemberId":7906069,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"SandySB","SubmittedDate":"07\/26\/2014 20:43"},{"Comment":" I"ve made this cake before but added 2 tlb. of poppy seed to it. good recipe<\/p>","CommentId":61,"DateRated":"07\/26\/2014 10:42","GUID":"91fb0d286f5046518d48c471c918ea42","MemberId":2919727,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"snowlady2","SubmittedDate":"07\/26\/2014 10:42"},{"Comment":" Excellent<\/p>","CommentId":62,"DateRated":"05\/29\/2014 19:35","GUID":"53e4276cd50649e195660a66c18d2287","MemberId":4221322,"Rating":3,"ScreenName":"Shortcake9","SubmittedDate":"05\/29\/2014 19:35"},{"Comment":" Was fantastic and the icing really put it over the top!<\/p>","CommentId":63,"DateRated":"05\/18\/2014 17:07","GUID":"a3af668487924fef9b998a0619d71236","MemberId":6061564,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"mkaskela","SubmittedDate":"05\/18\/2014 17:07"},{"Comment":" For DEFILYER I would suggest several things to try, in order ,1) be sure your oven actually is at 350 F ,2) be sure you are using really ripe bananas, and ,3) since you made it once and it was too heavy: beat the eggs until quite foamy then add them to the thoroughly whipped butter and sugar, this incorporates more air which makes a cake lighter. It is also possible your baking soda is old (I don't know the scientific reason but if the box is open for a while it looses strength - maybe oxidation) so open a new box and try that. Finally, since you know how the batter looked and felt last time add a LITTLE milk if the batter seems to be as thick and\/or heavy as last time. Hope these hints help. Delicious recipe and great use for bananas too old for fresh eating pleasure<\/p>","CommentId":64,"DateRated":"05\/12\/2014 18:27","GUID":"f840eb355be64b51833b24d5a86ebe77","MemberId":2041371,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"thomsmom","SubmittedDate":"05\/12\/2014 18:19"},{"Comment":" Delicious cake! I really like the coffee frosting with it. I have also made this with a peanut butter frosting and it was divine. This is a versatile cake and you should definitely give it a try.<\/p>","CommentId":65,"DateRated":"","GUID":"fae8705f52c94ea89810fa95afa65b5c","MemberId":7140928,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"hchambers","SubmittedDate":"03\/27\/2014 10:58"},{"Comment":" I have made this for years..but I call it banana bars and make it in a 15 by 10 inch pan.Always turns out excellent. I frost it with bream cheese frosting. Easy and delicious. Never fails!!!<\/p>","CommentId":66,"DateRated":"","GUID":"6ddf7af38e7b4255a4fc82c8d8e148cb","MemberId":6234992,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Lily380","SubmittedDate":"03\/15\/2014 09:24"},{"Comment":" there is nothing better than banana cake. This is a great and easy cake for any occoasion!<\/p>","CommentId":67,"DateRated":"","GUID":"775d2058ec274d619739431f1ea1e917","MemberId":1783932,"Rating":3,"ScreenName":"kdamerson","SubmittedDate":"03\/15\/2014 09:11"},{"Comment":" didn't turn out well. didn't cook well through, very dense and heavy, doughy almost on the bottom not sure what I did wrong. seems most of the reviews are great. id try it again, but if I didn't get a great result second time, I will toss the recipie.<\/p>","CommentId":68,"DateRated":"","GUID":"4D07A7ECF70B4594BD3B2B6D9DA84442","MemberId":2400457,"Rating":2,"ScreenName":"dfilyer","SubmittedDate":"02\/28\/2014 14:09"},{"Comment":" Very tasty moist cake, everyone loved it!<\/p>","CommentId":69,"DateRated":"","GUID":"e406d087330145d0b423889298447d34","MemberId":3847259,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"pattibourey","SubmittedDate":"01\/01\/2014 14:55"},{"Comment":" The cake is wonderful!!! I did not care for the frosting, however my 17 year old daughter loved it. I will make the cake again, but find a different frosting.<\/p>","CommentId":70,"DateRated":"","GUID":"956b1e1db1724143a168222c08851b4a","MemberId":2273778,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"momof4RN","SubmittedDate":"09\/20\/2013 02:40"},{"Comment":" Very moist and delicious! It's easy to make too. It'll be a go-to recipe when I need to use up very ripe bananas.<\/p>","CommentId":71,"DateRated":"09\/07\/2013 15:11","GUID":"acc558718e534a469c4e141649207bcb","MemberId":3238586,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Terena","SubmittedDate":"09\/07\/2013 15:10"},{"Comment":" We've had this cake quite a few times. The problem is that it just doesn't last verry long. Thisis a WOW. If you like bananas and a hint of coffee. .this is for you. I've never taken leftovers home. It is delicious. Best cake I ever made.<\/p>","CommentId":72,"DateRated":"09\/06\/2013 21:05","GUID":"41f941dc666f4f4791ae0a2947bda825","MemberId":1414597,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Glendalene","SubmittedDate":"09\/06\/2013 21:03"},{"Comment":" Was very simple to make, my instant coffee was Irish Creame flavored this gave it a little bit of creamy taste to the frosting. cake was moist would make again<\/p>","CommentId":73,"DateRated":"09\/02\/2013 15:06","GUID":"c6ee4da182154ebdb8d1ad570df9e867","MemberId":7108673,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"travelingwhisk","SubmittedDate":"09\/02\/2013 15:05"},{"Comment":" I've made this twice. I cut the recipe in half to make an 8-inch square cake. I cut the amount of sugar down to less than 1\/3 cup and the cake was plenty sweet. I made a cream cheese icing and added strong coffee to get that coffee flavor suggested in the recipe. This is a good recipe -- thanks.<\/p>","CommentId":74,"DateRated":"08\/27\/2013 12:40","GUID":"bd0ea60adc974e70ab844c25dd8305b0","MemberId":3656565,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Loiscooks","SubmittedDate":"08\/27\/2013 12:40"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":75,"DateRated":"08\/11\/2013 23:08","GUID":"96607535eef34f3bbd9624735acfc267","MemberId":6670431,"Rating":3,"ScreenName":"kmonster","SubmittedDate":"08\/11\/2013 23:08"},{"Comment":" I made this cake last night and I LOVED it so much!!!! I couldn't stop eating it. What a fabulous recipe, I highly recommend it.....<\/p>","CommentId":76,"DateRated":"07\/19\/2013 19:50","GUID":"0fc8a508ddb6494d812cd3fc1f457983","MemberId":7344484,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"kitcomesfirst","SubmittedDate":"07\/19\/2013 19:49"},{"Comment":" This was good the first day I made it but by the next day when the flavors had had a chance to mingle- it was absolutely delicious!<\/p>","CommentId":77,"DateRated":"07\/08\/2013 11:55","GUID":"077ac3740cb64fba9c8ca58570d00788","MemberId":7322061,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Diner1","SubmittedDate":"07\/08\/2013 11:55"},{"Comment":" this cake was fantastic. I almost didn't make this frosting because it didn't sound like it would be good on banana cake but, wow, I'm glad I did. Who would of thought banana and coffee would go together. Hubby really liked it too. I'll definitely make this again.<\/p>","CommentId":78,"DateRated":"07\/07\/2013 08:59","GUID":"ca31335222204f358d4fe2cddca3160c","MemberId":2342652,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"bernerlover","SubmittedDate":"07\/07\/2013 08:59"},{"Comment":" My husband requested a banana cake for his birthday. I'm so glad I used this recipe. The final product was delicious! He proclaimed it one of the best-ever birthday cakes.<\/p> I substituted plain yogurt for the sour cream since that is what I had "on hand."<\/p>","CommentId":79,"DateRated":"06\/05\/2013 21:43","GUID":"c35cef7342ba441f83752587afa27baf","MemberId":2525956,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"kjsz","SubmittedDate":"06\/05\/2013 21:43"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":80,"DateRated":"05\/29\/2013 19:34","GUID":"f9925e218d6e4a1ab082e4fd2efe2c93","MemberId":1692476,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"debbiezalaznik","SubmittedDate":"05\/29\/2013 19:34"},{"Comment":" This was very tasty, especially when served warm. I love the combination of banana and coffee! The texture of the cake was more dense than I would have liked and didn't look too much like the picture. But it was a very good banana cake.<\/p>","CommentId":81,"DateRated":"05\/04\/2013 13:47","GUID":"004FA9C8504F401FA6D693A384C013FE","MemberId":297760,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"RachelMcMahan","SubmittedDate":"05\/04\/2013 13:47"},{"Comment":" Not a very good recipe, the batter hardly rose. Im thinking its the lack of baking powder in the recipe. 1 star and I will never make this recipe again!<\/p>","CommentId":82,"DateRated":"03\/21\/2013 17:56","GUID":"01a00475c45c463aa8fad3f8bfe1bc53","MemberId":5599185,"Rating":1,"ScreenName":"sckaan","SubmittedDate":"03\/21\/2013 17:56"},{"Comment":" moist and flavorful<\/p>","CommentId":83,"DateRated":"03\/20\/2013 14:21","GUID":"52ff6e94c9d24b56b44e812dcaab3e75","MemberId":7188817,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Suzankia","SubmittedDate":"03\/20\/2013 14:21"},{"Comment":" I've had this recipe for about 20yrs. A neighbor gave it to me & have been making it ever since. I changed mine a little. Only used 3\/4 c sugar, used non-fat banana yogurt & baked in a 15X11" pan . I topped it w\/chopped nuts before baking & omitted the frosting or just dust w\/powder sugar. Cut into bars & it is the best banana bars I ever tasted.<\/p>","CommentId":84,"DateRated":"02\/19\/2013 11:44","GUID":"1fc5b6461833437fb368f388176a0188","MemberId":1093442,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"lschumacher","SubmittedDate":"02\/19\/2013 11:44"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":85,"DateRated":"01\/25\/2013 14:59","GUID":"68b0738a4ad34a9d9b01e3916ee141b8","MemberId":7105028,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"perceptionamore","SubmittedDate":"01\/25\/2013 14:59"},{"Comment":" Didn't work for us! Flavorless cake favor, Icing was only thing we liked and it wasn't much of it to spread on cake.<\/p>","CommentId":86,"DateRated":"01\/15\/2013 15:47","GUID":"81a207a72f98413fa562d4ab41c6a3da","MemberId":5807850,"Rating":3,"ScreenName":"downiegirl","SubmittedDate":"01\/15\/2013 15:47"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":87,"DateRated":"01\/12\/2013 17:10","GUID":"ecf02b2b0aec4a1e920ef7bfbf24521b","MemberId":7084057,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"JoAnnCorriveau","SubmittedDate":"01\/12\/2013 17:10"},{"Comment":" Happened upon this recipe again and HAD to make it. MMMMMMMMM delicious! This time I didn't have any instant coffee powder so I used espresso shot instead of the milk. Worked just fine and had a much more 'real' coffee taste!<\/p>","CommentId":88,"DateRated":"06\/04\/2012 15:00","GUID":"1a2544f37bf74155a7ade34ed9754f40","MemberId":6411056,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Andrea","SubmittedDate":"01\/05\/2013 11:19"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":89,"DateRated":"10\/02\/2012 11:05","GUID":"e6aa78546c474dd794e77bbd1850f7f0","MemberId":1626564,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"cakelover","SubmittedDate":"10\/02\/2012 11:05"},{"Comment":" I used plain yogurt instead of sour cream. It was great.<\/p>","CommentId":90,"DateRated":"06\/27\/2012 16:04","GUID":"334d9c0eb68644a79a81305d3e2871d8","MemberId":4349773,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"lorbonzy","SubmittedDate":"06\/27\/2012 16:06"},{"Comment":" This cake has a wonderful homemade taste. I give it 5 stars.<\/p>","CommentId":91,"DateRated":"06\/27\/2012 16:04","GUID":"334d9c0eb68644a79a81305d3e2871d8","MemberId":4349773,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"lorbonzy","SubmittedDate":"06\/27\/2012 16:04"},{"Comment":" Made this for the second time today!<\/p> Such a tasty banana cake - and not so heavy like some other recipes. The coffee frosting is definitely what makes it so good, I would never make the cake without it. Made it for some friends and one of them was begging for the recipe afterwards!!<\/p>","CommentId":92,"DateRated":"06\/04\/2012 15:00","GUID":"1a2544f37bf74155a7ade34ed9754f40","MemberId":6411056,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Andrea","SubmittedDate":"06\/04\/2012 15:00"},{"Comment":" Love this recipe! Was looking for something new to do with older bananas and came across this little GEM! I've made it several times since and it's been very well received no matter where I take it. It's such a great flavor combination- similar to coffee waking up the flavor of chocolate- it does the same for the bananas. Rich but light, and super delicious!!<\/p>","CommentId":93,"DateRated":"05\/20\/2012 12:55","GUID":"b5c90a57d636479eaa137c5550904a32","MemberId":6701851,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"HeartyMom","SubmittedDate":"05\/20\/2012 12:55"},{"Comment":" Mad ethis and it's definitely tasty. A good alternative to blackened bananas other than the same ole boring banana bread! Frosting is deceptively good!<\/p>","CommentId":94,"DateRated":"05\/11\/2012 01:05","GUID":"35f01f3772c946ae9a68a3ecc08b823c","MemberId":6667658,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"tomgyrl31","SubmittedDate":"05\/11\/2012 01:05"},{"Comment":" LOVE this recipe! The cake is very moist and fluffy, and the coffee frosting is to die for! I added a little extra coffee to make it a stronger flavor.<\/p>","CommentId":95,"DateRated":"05\/05\/2012 10:52","GUID":"ecd26912b651495aa0deb31c0f3228f9","MemberId":6677405,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"homesteds","SubmittedDate":"05\/05\/2012 10:52"},{"Comment":" I settled on this recipe after looking at several of the others, and I am not disappointed. I liked that it had just one cup of sugar, so the cake is not overly sweet, and I like the addition of sour cream for the moistness. I used light sour cream. I did not make the frosting--I don't think my crew would have liked the coffee flavor--so I just used store bought cream cheese frosting and added some yellow food coloring, which my 6-year-old and 4-year-old (who helped make the cake) thought was great. I will definitely make this a go-to recipe.<\/p>","CommentId":96,"DateRated":"04\/29\/2012 17:43","GUID":"7cfd5a753a604fe3bf07ed1142b0399f","MemberId":3440719,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Ab0628","SubmittedDate":"04\/29\/2012 11:43"},{"Comment":" Everytime I have brown bananas on my counter, this is my go-to recipe. My husband used to make the banana bread in the house from an old Joy of Cooking book, but mine 'takes the cake'. I make exactly as written. It is supurb.<\/p>","CommentId":97,"DateRated":"11\/13\/2011 11:34","GUID":"da00f11cf45642f4a42feae97e7eaa5a","MemberId":5210756,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"lynettemantia","SubmittedDate":"11\/13\/2011 11:34"},{"Comment":" Delicious but does not rise unless I buy a new box of soda every time, and has a heavy doughy bottom. Followed recipe exactly, not my oven because everything else I bake in it turns out perfect. What am I doing wrong? Does it need baking powder also? Hope someone can help me.<\/p>","CommentId":98,"DateRated":"10\/01\/2011 11:36","GUID":"3c427dfa1e244477a17b5a23276f888f","MemberId":5206095,"Rating":3,"ScreenName":"Triax","SubmittedDate":"10\/01\/2011 11:36"},{"Comment":" Made this for a friend's birthday at work. It was a hit with lots of requests for the recipe.<\/p>","CommentId":99,"DateRated":"03\/15\/2011 22:14","GUID":"81954414278541e2991118b05b674abe","MemberId":5260021,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"am03rn","SubmittedDate":"03\/15\/2011 22:14"},{"Comment":" This cake was YUMMY! My kids loved it & so did hubby and he is not a cake eater. Didn't last long in my house lol<\/p>","CommentId":100,"DateRated":"03\/14\/2011 13:07","GUID":"590fa015f5d24260bef8bab06725249c","MemberId":3430291,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"milady65","SubmittedDate":"03\/14\/2011 13:07"},{"Comment":" If you need something to do with those bananas that are just to ripe to eat, make this cake. It will be enjoyed by all!!<\/p>","CommentId":101,"DateRated":"02\/14\/2011 14:49","GUID":"85c460b596f94b7283e9e6b7d6b90481","MemberId":4107111,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"p.stillo","SubmittedDate":"02\/14\/2011 14:49"},{"Comment":" This cake was so delicious I will definitely make it again. My coworkers loved it. I changed the frosting to a plain cream cheese frosting and it worked wonderful.<\/p>","CommentId":102,"DateRated":"02\/08\/2011 08:52","GUID":"10F548DFC02D1B0EDE9B224CE5A85615","MemberId":56440,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"shespan","SubmittedDate":"02\/08\/2011 08:52"},{"Comment":" this cake is absolutely delicious-moist(although it didn't last very long). The coffee flavored frosting was the best. I have made this again & again & have given this recipe to others. I used expresso powder & did not dissolve before adding to powdered sugar. Nice kick.Would not have thought of combining the two flavors, but wow did it taste good. Thanks<\/p>","CommentId":103,"DateRated":"02\/07\/2011 16:12","GUID":"933649bb81fb4a168062973d3b435904","MemberId":3054964,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"barq","SubmittedDate":"02\/07\/2011 16:12"},{"Comment":" The cake was good. I think it could have used a pinch of salt. I would make this again.<\/p>","CommentId":104,"DateRated":"02\/07\/2011 12:03","GUID":"485c4caccfef4c18a10cd3c7606a16cc","MemberId":5785262,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"Bob1492","SubmittedDate":"02\/07\/2011 12:03"},{"Comment":" great cake<\/p>","CommentId":105,"DateRated":"02\/06\/2011 19:50","GUID":"90cfed1456464491a944497b570fa8e6","MemberId":5522242,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"mo_mojito7","SubmittedDate":"02\/06\/2011 19:50"},{"Comment":" Delicious!!!! Very moist, excellent flavor. Definitely a make again! Icing was great. Just enough flavor, but would be good with or without the icing. DELICIOUS!<\/p>","CommentId":106,"DateRated":"02\/02\/2011 08:22","GUID":"47d648620d034c10b987749b6e608b02","MemberId":5357615,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Nichie2","SubmittedDate":"02\/02\/2011 08:22"},{"Comment":" I made this for the fellows at work. They loved the cake; however, they thought the icing would be great on chocolate cake. They want me to make the cake with cream cheese frosting. Will do.<\/p>","CommentId":107,"DateRated":"01\/23\/2011 22:10","GUID":"3E5EAB7B2733488188AFFEFB00F317AD","MemberId":521413,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"Cross567","SubmittedDate":"01\/23\/2011 22:10"},{"Comment":" I made the recipe just as written and wouldn't change a thing! I was worried that people who weren't coffee drinkers wouldn't like the icing, but it disappeared and many asked for seconds.<\/p>","CommentId":108,"DateRated":"01\/23\/2011 21:19","GUID":"ACE3005E30E843E692F11213BE20D465","MemberId":2451064,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"hrhdotp","SubmittedDate":"01\/23\/2011 21:19"},{"Comment":" TRYED THIS LAST NIGHT THE ICING WAS FINE IT ALL CAME TOGETHER PERFECT AND EASY TO SPREAD. BUT WOULD NOT USE IT AGAIN. WAY TO SWEAT AND OVER TOOK THE TASTE OF THE CAKE. AND NOT USE TO BANANA CAKE WITH SOMETHING ON IT LOL, IS IT WORTH TRYING ?????? YES NEVER PASS SOMETHING UP JUST CAUSE SOME ONE ELSE DOESN'T CARE FOR IT. WE ALL HAVE OUR OWN TASTE. WHEN I MAKE IT AGAIN AND I WILL IT WILL BE PLANE CAUSE IT IS VERY MOIST AND YUMMY. SO TRY IT AND USE YOUR OWN JUDGMENT .YOU'LL BE HAPPY YOU DID!!<\/p>","CommentId":109,"DateRated":"01\/17\/2011 11:33","GUID":"658A78031B604FED9A1E8C197EBA76A6","MemberId":4256084,"Rating":3,"ScreenName":"wombatt","SubmittedDate":"01\/17\/2011 11:33"},{"Comment":" This was very tasty, however I had a real problem with the icing,,,,,had to add more milk to the powdered suger, butter and coffee granules just to be able to spread it on the cake. Think some of the ingredients were missing.?<\/p>","CommentId":110,"DateRated":"01\/16\/2011 13:07","GUID":"7f339e7a606647a194387cad6f2f86f6","MemberId":3562042,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"kjwest","SubmittedDate":"01\/16\/2011 13:07"},{"Comment":" This cake was great. This will definately go into our 'make again' file.<\/p>","CommentId":111,"DateRated":"01\/12\/2011 20:41","GUID":"925737e8ffbe403391286df757e05592","MemberId":1709114,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Travale","SubmittedDate":"01\/12\/2011 20:41"},{"Comment":" I didn't like the frosting. Way too sweet but the cake itself was good. Reminded me of my mom's famous banana bread.<\/p>","CommentId":112,"DateRated":"01\/11\/2011 21:08","GUID":"12a7462ccfb44ec587c03ab110065373","MemberId":4367514,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"MPerfection","SubmittedDate":"01\/11\/2011 21:08"},{"Comment":" My family loved this!<\/p>","CommentId":113,"DateRated":"01\/11\/2011 04:55","GUID":"298d2d8942724727ac0684f2b2733fe2","MemberId":5723021,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"davidb5555","SubmittedDate":"01\/11\/2011 04:55"},{"Comment":" Excellent recipe - I subbed applesauce for the sour cream, reduced the sugar, increased the vanilla and used vanilla sugar. I baked in muffin tins at the recipe recommended temperature and they were perfect. Came out moist and delicious for breakfast and snacks.<\/p>","CommentId":114,"DateRated":"01\/10\/2011 01:02","GUID":"4a228096a50e4df4a649cd7aa34d8a32","MemberId":5741193,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Soup Monkey","SubmittedDate":"01\/10\/2011 22:02"},{"Comment":" Took this to work today and got lots of compliments!<\/p>","CommentId":115,"DateRated":"01\/10\/2011 19:15","GUID":"450BE0BBA6904230AE8A0BAEDDF855B2","MemberId":676276,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"suec72104","SubmittedDate":"01\/10\/2011 19:15"},{"Comment":" I cut the sugar to 1 1\/2 C.and added walnuts to the cake. To a cream cheese frosting to I added 1\/2 tsp. dried coffee. Loved the flavor.<\/p>","CommentId":116,"DateRated":"01\/10\/2011 18:14","GUID":"df78cf60643148f7830ca4edbc6649d7","MemberId":4420885,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"elapre","SubmittedDate":"01\/10\/2011 18:14"},{"Comment":" Suggestion for a lighter but really yummy frosting: Thaw an 8 oz. carton of Cool Whip per package directions. In a mixing bowl, whisk together a package of instant pudding mix (vanilla or choc.) and ONE cup of milk. Fold Cool Whip into pudding, combining thoroughly. Spread on cooled cake and ENJOY!<\/p>","CommentId":117,"DateRated":"01\/10\/2011 14:30","GUID":"900242bd03b446ca85906fc97290ccc6","MemberId":3519416,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"jmprcp41","SubmittedDate":"01\/10\/2011 14:30"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":118,"DateRated":"01\/10\/2011 12:24","GUID":"d570f6e819574db1bedb54f796b286d9","MemberId":5725142,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"Robin31560","SubmittedDate":"01\/10\/2011 12:24"},{"Comment":" Great recipe...but....for those on Weight Watchers....one piece is 10 points.<\/p>","CommentId":119,"DateRated":"01\/10\/2011 10:29","GUID":"ebc60ef7440246fb832940adb8dbd90d","MemberId":5749763,"Rating":2,"ScreenName":"pvita","SubmittedDate":"01\/10\/2011 10:29"},{"Comment":" Simple,easy comfort food. I was going to jazz it up with toasted nuts or some almond flavoring but at the last minute decided to go plane Jane for the group I was feeding and it was the right choice. I subbed some dark brown sugar for a portion and used vanilla sugar for the rest. Was out if sour cream but subbed applesauce and soymilk and the muffins\/cake are heavenly- full of flavor, moist yet ethereal -not dense at all-delicious plain.<\/p>","CommentId":120,"DateRated":"01\/10\/2011 01:02","GUID":"4a228096a50e4df4a649cd7aa34d8a32","MemberId":5741193,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Soup Monkey","SubmittedDate":"01\/10\/2011 01:02"},{"Comment":" please help me! someone requested a recipe from me but I don't know how to answer them on taste of home site. i have tried several diff. ways but I am not comp. savy & can't send the person the recipe. pls. e-mail me with instructions, kaykeays@msn.com thanks in advance<\/p>","CommentId":121,"DateRated":"01\/09\/2011 19:19","GUID":"6ACCF4B5929D412682A1E30CF4747A19","MemberId":3077699,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"kaykeays","SubmittedDate":"01\/09\/2011 19:19"},{"Comment":" Have made this recipe from a different site; it had a different frosting. This is the best banana cake I have ever made, light and fluffy. I used thawed bananas from the freezer. Doesn't even need frosting, it is so moist and flavorful. A definite keeper (the recipe).<\/p>","CommentId":122,"DateRated":"01\/09\/2011 17:48","GUID":"19d8dcab6e024d609af25cf4d6b8d929","MemberId":1315990,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"numnum","SubmittedDate":"01\/09\/2011 17:48"},{"Comment":" moist cake. i would make this cake again<\/p>","CommentId":123,"DateRated":"01\/09\/2011 16:09","GUID":"58d6ffc689964b47885410e130912fb6","MemberId":4559104,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"Nona's","SubmittedDate":"01\/09\/2011 16:09"},{"Comment":" I work in an office with +20 guys, 2 asked me for the recipe and one said it was better than my homemade banana bread - from my Grandmother's recipe book.<\/p>","CommentId":124,"DateRated":"01\/02\/2011 14:47","GUID":"28ce49e472ff4d6887252e645d58a9a7","MemberId":5422007,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Cookiemaster13","SubmittedDate":"01\/02\/2011 14:47"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":125,"DateRated":"11\/24\/2010 06:21","GUID":"2c7d32ea15154a218bee6fc089a81225","MemberId":5526721,"Rating":1,"ScreenName":"testprofile","SubmittedDate":"11\/24\/2010 06:21"},{"Comment":" this c aske was so goood.. easy to make, not overly sweet,just the right amount of banana taste. family thought it was awesome! definitely a keeper. used vanilla butter cream frosting instead of the coffee. used fat free sour cream that is all I had in fridge. great cake!!<\/p>","CommentId":126,"DateRated":"11\/14\/2010 12:22","GUID":"ef76d05ea24e43909549a70ea2266ac3","MemberId":4031382,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"mama D's","SubmittedDate":"11\/14\/2010 12:22"},{"Comment":" This cake did not last a day. It was the best banana cake ever.<\/p>","CommentId":127,"DateRated":"11\/13\/2010 14:10","GUID":"0ef4b1ef83f24af98ae30d7ad4e792a8","MemberId":4817952,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"kfarwell","SubmittedDate":"11\/13\/2010 14:10"},{"Comment":" The cake part of this recipe is delicious. The 1st time I made it I used a cream cheese frosting and liked it better than the coffee buttercream. Although it's still very good that way too. The cake bakes beautifully and isn't too sweet. A keeper!<\/p>","CommentId":128,"DateRated":"10\/24\/2010 20:35","GUID":"1f1cfbf9f0ad40bab23b991efe4f7b2d","MemberId":4315865,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"kel dehnert","SubmittedDate":"10\/24\/2010 20:35"},{"Comment":" This cake was such a hit for my family & friends . that i was asked to make it for a pumpkin weighin party this weekend<\/p>","CommentId":129,"DateRated":"10\/07\/2010 09:19","GUID":"d2e38d72c42b41d0ba49e1850c68fcff","MemberId":1633844,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"Cecelia K. Vaccaro","SubmittedDate":"10\/07\/2010 09:19"},{"Comment":" wonderful<\/p>","CommentId":130,"DateRated":"07\/30\/2010 03:40","GUID":"215ff61bc16c4544ae5c29c96cf7f5f1","MemberId":4542647,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"ritesh","SubmittedDate":"07\/30\/2010 03:40"},{"Comment":" This cake was so moist and delicious it only lasted two days in our house. I didn't use icing, so we ate it like banana bread for breakfast. I am making it again for a church dinner.<\/p>","CommentId":131,"DateRated":"04\/24\/2010 14:22","GUID":"fb501d08a75348efbc5476e0010fbb44","MemberId":1516842,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"catmama682002","SubmittedDate":"04\/24\/2010 14:22"}]},"breadcrumb":[{"term_id":310796,"name":"Dishes & Beverages","slug":"dishes-beverages","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":310731,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Wondering what to make? 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