Description
A deliciously moist banana bread cake that is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 3 medium ripe bananas, mashed (about 1 1/4 cups)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts, optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven. Preheat to 350°F. Grease a 9 × 5-inch loaf pan or an 8-inch square cake pan.
- Mash the bananas. In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until mostly smooth.
- Mix the wet ingredients. Add the melted butter, sugar, eggs, milk, and vanilla extract. Whisk until well combined.
- Combine the dry ingredients. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
- Make the batter. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the banana mixture until just combined. Stir in the walnuts if using. Avoid overmixing.
- Fill the pan. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Sprinkle a few chopped walnuts over the surface if desired.
- Bake. Bake for 45–55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs. If using a wider, shallower pan, begin checking earlier.
- Cool. Let the cake rest in the pan for 10–15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Slice and serve. Cut into slices or squares and enjoy plain, with butter, or with a drizzle of honey.
Notes
- Ensure bananas are very ripe for the best flavor.
- Walnuts can be omitted for a nut-free version.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg