Banana Cake
Freshly baked banana cake is a delightful dessert that combines the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with a light, fluffy texture. This easy-to-make treat is perfect for any occasion, from cozy family gatherings to spontaneous afternoon snacks. Each slice offers a warm hug of flavor, promising satisfaction with every bite. Top it off with whipped cream or chocolate drizzle for an extra touch of indulgence!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: About 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 ripe bananas (about 450g)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (240g)
- 1 cup granulated sugar (200g)
- 1/3 cup softened butter (75g)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour a round cake pan.
- In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
- Mix in softened butter and sugar until well combined. Add eggs and vanilla extract; stir until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder. Gradually fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients, being careful not to overmix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 105mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg