Description
A moist and fluffy banana cake that’s quick and easy to make, perfect for using up ripe bananas.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups mashed ripe bananas (about 3 bananas)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Mix in the mashed bananas until combined.
- Add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture alternately with the buttermilk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Use very ripe bananas for the best flavor and sweetness.
- Add chopped nuts or chocolate chips for extra texture and taste.
- This cake can be topped with cream cheese frosting if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg