Servings: 8 slices
Calories: 200kcal
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Cake pan
- Oven
Ingredients
For the Batter
- 3 pieces ripe bananas, mashed Ripe bananas add natural sweetness and moisture.
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened Using unsalted butter ensures control over saltiness.
- 1 cup sugar Provides the right amount of sweetness.
- 2 large eggs Helps bind the ingredients and create fluffiness.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances the cake's delightful aroma.
For the Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour Essential for structure and fluffy texture.
- 1 teaspoon baking soda Helps the cake rise.
- 1/2 teaspoon salt Amplifies overall flavors.
For Moisture
- 1/2 cup buttermilk Keeps the cake moist and adds tang.
Instructions
How to Make Banana Cake
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing well to combine.
- Stir in the mashed bananas until well incorporated.
- Combine the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt in another bowl.
- Mix the dry ingredients into the banana mixture alternately with the buttermilk.
- Pour the batter into a greased cake pan.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool the cake in the pan for a few minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.
Notes
For the best results, use very ripe bananas and avoid overmixing the batter.
Nutrition
Serving: 1slice | Calories: 200kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2.5g | Cholesterol: 50mg | Sodium: 200mg | Potassium: 300mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 200IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1mg
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