DESSERT

BANANA CAKE WITH CREAMY BANANA FROSTING

• 1 standard-size box yellow cake mix

Grease and flour 2 8-inch round cake pans. Heat oven to 350 degrees.

In large bowl of an electric mixer, stir the dry cake mix, brown sugar and cinnamon. Mash the bananas a second time with the lemon juice and add to the bowl along with 1 cup water, the oil and eggs. Beat at low speed to incorporate, then on medium speed for 3 minutes. Divide batter between prepared pans and bake 30 minutes, or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.

To make frosting: Mash bananas thoroughly a second time with the lemon juice and scrape into bowl of an electric mixer. Add the vanilla and milk; beat well. Gradually beat in the confectioners' sugar. Because the size and ripeness of the bananas will affect the flavor and consistency, taste frosting and adjust sugar, or if too stiff, add a little milk. Beat on medium-high speed for 3 minutes, until the frosting is very creamy.

Spread between layers and on top and sides of cake. Makes 16 servings. Keep refrigerated.

Per serving: 314 calories (33 percent from fat), 11.9 g fat (1.5 g saturated, 6.1 g monounsaturated), 40.4 mg cholesterol, 2.9 g protein, 50.4 g carbohydrates, 1.1 g fiber, 230.3 mg sodium.

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