Banana Cake
Banana cake is a comforting dessert that combines the sweetness of ripe bananas with warm spices, creating a moist and flavorful treat. Perfect for any occasion, this easy-to-make cake will evoke nostalgia with every bite. Serve it plain or topped with whipped cream for an indulgent experience that’s sure to impress family and friends.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ripe bananas (medium size)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a round or rectangular baking pan.
- In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth; leave some small chunks for texture.
- In another bowl, mix the melted butter and sugar until combined. Add the mashed bananas and eggs one at a time.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool before slicing; enjoy plain or with whipped cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg