Description
Indulge in the moist and flavorful experience of homemade banana cake, made with overripe bananas for maximum sweetness. This easy-to-make dessert is perfect for any occasion, be it birthdays or a cozy afternoon treat. Each slice is a warm hug, combining hints of vanilla and cinnamon that will have everyone reaching for seconds. Bake this delightful cake and fill your kitchen with its irresistible aroma!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 overripe bananas (mashed)
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ¼ tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, mash the overripe bananas until smooth.
- Mix in softened butter and granulated sugar until creamy, then add eggs and vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- Gradually fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined—avoid overmixing.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (90g)
- Calories: 245
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg