Description
Creamy banana cake delights with its moist, rich layers of pure comfort. Sweet tropical flavors and warm spices invite home bakers to savor a slice of pure nostalgic bliss you’ll cherish.
Ingredients
Scale
Cake Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 ripe bananas
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Leavening and Binding Agents:
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
Moisture and Texture Enhancers:
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan, ensuring complete coverage to prevent sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, creating a smooth base for the cake.
- Incorporate eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition, then blend in vanilla extract for enhanced flavor depth.
- Mash ripe bananas completely, creating a smooth puree that will infuse moisture and natural sweetness throughout the cake.
- Sift together flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon in a separate bowl to ensure even distribution of dry ingredients.
- Alternately fold the dry ingredient mixture and milk into the butter mixture, beginning and ending with dry ingredients to maintain a consistent batter texture.
- Gently stir in sour cream, which will contribute to the cake’s rich, tender crumb and provide additional moisture.
- If using, fold chopped walnuts into the batter, distributing them evenly for a delightful crunch and nutty undertone.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula to create an even surface.
- Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center emerges clean and the top develops a golden-brown crust.
- Remove from the oven and allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Ensure bananas are overripe with dark brown spots for maximum natural sweetness and deeper banana flavor.
- Replace some all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour for added nutritional value and a slightly nuttier profile.
- Add ground flaxseed or chia seeds to boost fiber content and create a more nutrient-dense banana cake.
- Experiment with dairy-free alternatives like almond milk and coconut oil for a vegan-friendly version that maintains moisture and rich texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55-60 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 23 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 43 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg