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Banana Cake


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  • Author: Liza Hammilton
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x

Description

Indulge in the warmth of homemade banana cake, where the sweet aroma of ripe bananas and buttery goodness meld together for a delightful treat. Perfectly moist and fluffy, each slice bursts with nostalgia and flavor, making it an ideal dessert for any occasion. Whether you’re celebrating a special day or simply looking to use up overripe bananas, this banana cake will surely become a family favorite.


Ingredients

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  • 3 ripe bananas (about 1 ½ cups mashed)
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ tsp ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth but slightly chunky.
  3. Stir in melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and cinnamon; gradually fold into the wet mixture until just combined.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and level the top gently.
  6. Bake for 60-70 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  7. Allow cooling in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 85g)
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 33g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg