Best 5 A Number 1 Banana Cake Recipes

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If you're craving a moist, flavorful, and aromatic treat, look no further than the classic banana cake. With its tender crumb, sweet banana flavor, and optional nutty or chocolatey additions, this cake is a beloved favorite among bakers and dessert enthusiasts alike. Whether you're looking for a simple, no-frills recipe or a more decadent, layered creation, there's a banana cake out there to suit every taste and skill level. So, grab your mixing bowl and get ready to embark on a delightful baking journey as we explore some of the best banana cake recipes that are sure to become your new go-to dessert.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

A-NUMBER-1 BANANA CAKE



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This is a very versatile and fast cake recipe. Not only is it moist and delicious, the same batter can be used to make banana bread and muffins. Delicious frosted with chocolate or cream cheese frosting.

Provided by Kevin Ryan

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Banana Dessert Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking soda
1 pinch salt
½ cup unsalted butter
1 cup white sugar
¾ cup light brown sugar
2 eggs
4 ripe bananas, mashed
⅔ cup buttermilk
½ cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour 2 - 8 inch round pans. In a small bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda and salt; set aside.
  • In a large bowl, cream butter, white sugar and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs, one at a time. Mix in the bananas. Add flour mixture alternately with the buttermilk to the creamed mixture. Stir in chopped walnuts. Pour batter into the prepared pans.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Remove from oven, and place on a damp tea towel to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 345.8 calories, Carbohydrate 55.8 g, Cholesterol 51.9 mg, Fat 12.2 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 5.5 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 324.2 mg, Sugar 31.2 g

A-NUMBER-1 BANANA CAKE RECIPE - (4.4/5)



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Provided by Mary Jane

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking soda
1 pinch salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1 cup white sugar
3/4 cup light brown sugar
2 eggs
4 ripe bananas mashed
2/3 cup buttermilk (used sour cream)
1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour 9 x 13 pan. In a small bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda and salt; set aside. In a large bowl, cream butter, white sugar and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs, one at a time. Mix in the bananas. Add flour mixture alternately with the buttermilk to the creamed mixture. Stir in chopped walnuts. Pour batter into the prepared pans. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes.

BEST BANANA CAKE - EVER!



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don't throw those sad looking banana's away! use them to make this delicious sweet, sticky, moist and very easy to make cake

Provided by emh123

Time 1h

Yield Serves 10

Number Of Ingredients 6

2-3 over ripe bananas
150 grams golden caster sugar
225 grams self raising flour (sifted)
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 egg
110 ml sunflower oil

Steps:

  • preheat oven to 170C
  • mash bananas and combine with the sugar
  • add the other ingredients and mix well
  • or even easier place everthing in a food processor and whizz until mixed well.
  • pour into tin lined with baking parchment, ( I use a loaf tin)
  • bake for approx 45 mins until firm to the touch
  • cool in the tin for approx 10 mins before transfering to cooling tray

FOOLPROOF, ONE BOWL BANANA CAKE



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Made for those of us who often only have time to bake in the wee hours of the morning (or when we are half asleep), this super easy banana cake offers a great way to use up the , overripe bananas sitting on the top of your refrigerator, and still make something that everyone will enjoy. It can be frosted or not, but I usually don't bother; it stands on its own. Another winner from "The Makings of a Meal."

Provided by Sarah Chana

Categories     Dessert

Time 35m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup margarine
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 1/4 cups sugar
1 1/2 cups mashed bananas (about 5 bananas)
2 cups flour
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Mix all the ingredients together in a large bowl until smooth.
  • Pour into a greased or sprayed 9"x13" pan.
  • Bake at 350F for 30-40 minutes.
  • Can be frozen for later use.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 254.2, Fat 8.6, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 31, Sodium 277.9, Carbohydrate 41.4, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 23.2, Protein 3.5

A-NUMBER-1 BANANA CAKE



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Learn how to make banana cake with this versatile and quick recipe. Not only is it moist and delicious, but the same batter can be used to make banana bread and muffins. This cake is delicious frosted with chocolate or cream cheese frosting.

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Categories     Banana Cake

Time 1h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking soda
1 pinch salt
1 cup white sugar
¾ cup light brown sugar
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
2 eggs
4 ripe bananas, mashed
⅔ cup buttermilk
½ cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour two 8-inch round pans.
  • Whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt in a small bowl; set aside.
  • Cream white sugar, brown sugar, and butter in a large bowl until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs, one at a time. Mix in mashed bananas. Add flour mixture alternately with buttermilk, mixing well after each addition. Stir in chopped walnuts. Pour batter into the prepared pans.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cake springs back when gently pressed, about 30 minutes.
  • Remove cake layers from the oven and place them on a damp tea towel to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 345.8 calories, Carbohydrate 55.8 g, Cholesterol 51.9 mg, Fat 12.2 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 5.5 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 324.2 mg, Sugar 31.2 g

Tips:

  • Use ripe bananas: The riper the bananas, the sweeter and more flavorful your cake will be. If you don't have any ripe bananas on hand, you can ripen them quickly by placing them in a paper bag with an apple for a few days.
  • Cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy: This will help to incorporate air into the batter, resulting in a lighter and more tender cake.
  • Add the eggs one at a time: This will help to prevent the batter from curdling.
  • Measure the flour correctly: To ensure that your cake doesn't turn out dry or dense, be sure to measure the flour correctly. The best way to do this is to use a kitchen scale. If you don't have a kitchen scale, you can use a measuring cup, but be sure to level off the flour with a knife.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter can result in a tough, dense cake. Mix the batter just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Bake the cake at the right temperature: The oven temperature is crucial for baking a perfect banana cake. If the oven is too hot, the cake will brown too quickly and the inside will be undercooked. If the oven is too cool, the cake will take too long to bake and will be dry.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting: This will help to prevent the frosting from melting and running off the cake.

Conclusion:

Banana cake is a delicious and easy-to-make treat that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With its moist texture and sweet banana flavor, it's the perfect cake for any occasion. Whether you're looking for a simple dessert to serve at a potluck dinner or a special treat to celebrate a birthday, banana cake is always a winner.

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