Indulge in the delectable flavors of a classic Banana Cake, topped with a luscious Old-Fashioned Icing. This timeless duo has captivated taste buds for generations and remains a favorite among dessert enthusiasts. Embark on a culinary journey as we explore the secrets behind this iconic cake and its irresistible icing. Discover the perfect balance of moist banana cake, complemented by a rich and creamy vanilla icing. With step-by-step instructions and helpful tips, you'll be able to recreate this delightful treat in the comfort of your own kitchen. Let's embark on a sweet adventure and bring this irresistible dessert to life!
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BANANA CAKE AND OLD FASHIONED ICING
If you like bananas, you will simply fall for this cake. Better then muffins of bread recipes. Always a hit at the holidays and takes on 45 minutes from start to finish. * note* use the butter, not margarine.
Provided by WyomingMoonDust
Categories Dessert
Time 50m
Yield 1 cake, 10-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cream sour cream, sugar, butter, vanilla and eggs. Add bananas baking soda and flour. Bake in a moderate oven *350 degrees* in a prepared 9x13 pan. Baking time varies. 45 minutes should be way more then enough. Mine takes 40 minutes and five to toss together.
- Icing: as cake is baking bring orange juice and butter to room temperature. add powdered sugar in a mixer. Until its at desired consistency.
GRANDMA RILEY'S BANANA CAKE
This favorite recipe has been passed down through my husband's family. His grandmother wrote this out for me shortly after we were married. She copied it from a recipe that her mother had written out for her many years before. These handwritten treasures in my recipe box bring back so many fond memories. -Jamie Dunn, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 30m
Yield 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Cream sugar and shortening together; add eggs and vanilla. Mix in buttermilk and mashed bananas., In a separate bowl, combine flour, soda, baking powder and salt; add to banana mixture and mix until ingredients are combined. Spoon into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan or two 9-in. round cake pans., Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until toothpick inserted into center comes out clean. Cool cake for 30 minutes before frosting. , For frosting, mix butter, powdered sugar and milk until smooth; add vanilla and salt. If frosting is too thick, add more milk 1 tsp. at a time until reaching desired consistency. Spread on warm banana cake.
Nutrition Facts :
BANANA BUTTER ICING
Can be used on banana cake, white cake or peanut butter cake.
Provided by Carol
Categories Desserts Frostings and Icings
Yield 11
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Cream together butter, banana, lemon juice and vanilla. Slowly beat in confectioners' sugar, adding more if needed to make a nice fluffy, spreadable icing. Makes about 2 1/3 cups.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 184.6 calories, Carbohydrate 37.7 g, Cholesterol 11.1 mg, Fat 4.3 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 0.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 30.2 mg, Sugar 36 g
OLD-FASHIONED BANANA CAKE
Banana cake is a typical standby for many home bakers, but Jacqueline Kudron jazzes up her version with crushed pineapple and maraschino cherries. "Is there any way to lighten it up without losing the great taste and moist texture?" she asks from Dracut, Massachusetts. See the recipe for Makeover Old-Fashioned Banana Cake to find out how we answered Jacqueline's question.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h25m
Yield 16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. In a small bowl, combine the eggs, oil and vanilla. Beat into dry ingredients just until combined (batter will be thick). Stir in pineapple. Fold in the bananas, cherries and walnuts. , Transfer to a greased and floured 10-in. fluted tube pan. Bake at 350° for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack to cool completely. Dust with confectioners' sugar.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 475 calories, Fat 27g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 40mg cholesterol, Sodium 255mg sodium, Carbohydrate 57g carbohydrate (36g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.
Tips:
- Use ripe bananas for the best flavor and texture.
- Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Gradually add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Sift the flour, baking soda, and salt together before adding to the wet ingredients.
- Fold in the mashed bananas until just combined.
- Pour the batter into a greased and floured 9x13 inch baking pan.
- Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool completely before frosting.
- For the old-fashioned icing, cream the butter and shortening together until light and fluffy.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Add the milk and vanilla extract and beat until smooth.
- Frost the cooled cake and enjoy!
Conclusion:
This classic banana cake recipe is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. The moist and flavorful cake is perfectly complemented by the rich and creamy old-fashioned icing. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this recipe is perfect for bakers of all skill levels. So next time you're looking for a delicious and classic dessert, give this banana cake with old-fashioned icing a try.
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