Description
A nostalgic and moist banana cake recipe that requires no mixer, bringing warmth and sweetness to any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 overripe bananas
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup yogurt or sour cream (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- Mash the overripe bananas in a large mixing bowl until chunky but smooth.
- Stir in the melted butter, then add sugar, eggs, and vanilla; mix until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for about 60 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool the cake in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Ensure bananas are very ripe for the best flavor. Monitor baking time closely as ovens may vary.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: banana cake, no mixer, dessert, easy baking, family recipe