Best 5 Wonderful Banana Cake Recipes
Introducing a delightful culinary journey, the world of banana cake awaits your exploration. This classic treat, enjoyed by people of all ages, is a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. With a moist and fluffy crumb, a sweet and subtly tangy banana flavor, and a hint of warm spices, banana cake is a true crowd-pleaser. This article presents a collection of irresistible banana cake recipes, each offering a unique twist on this beloved dessert. From classic to modern, simple to decadent, these recipes cater to every baker's skill level and preference. Whether you seek a traditional loaf cake, a layered bundt cake, a gluten-free option, or a vegan delight, you'll find the perfect recipe to satisfy your sweet cravings. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a delicious adventure into the realm of banana cake.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
THE BEST BANANA CAKE I'VE EVER HAD
This is absolutely the best banana cake I've ever had! It's supremely moist with cream cheese frosting, tons of banana, brown sugar, and cinnamon flavor.
Provided by Sally
Categories Cake
Time 5h
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C) and grease a 9×13 inch pan.
- Mash the bananas. I usually just use my mixer for this! Set mashed bananas aside.
- Whisk the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt together. Set aside.
- Using a handheld or stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, beat the butter on high speed until smooth and creamy - about 1 minute. Add both sugars and beat on high speed for 2 minutes until creamed together. Scrape down the sides and up the bottom of the bowl with a rubber spatula as needed. Add the eggs and the vanilla. Beat on medium-high speed until combined, then beat in the mashed bananas. Scrape down the sides and up the bottom of the bowl as needed. With the mixer on low speed, add the dry ingredients in three additions alternating with the buttermilk and mixing each addition just until incorporated. Do not overmix. The batter will be slightly thick and a few lumps is OK.
- Spread batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 45-50 minutes. Baking times vary, so keep an eye on yours. The cake is done when a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. If you find the top of the cake is browning too quickly in the oven, loosely cover it with aluminum foil.
- Remove the cake from the oven and set on a wire rack. Allow to cool completely. After about 45 minutes, I usually place it in the refrigerator to speed things up.
- In a large bowl using a handheld or stand mixer fitted with a paddle or whisk attachment, beat the cream cheese and butter together on high speed until smooth and creamy. Add 3 cups confectioners' sugar, vanilla, and salt. Beat on low speed for 30 seconds, then switch to high speed and beat for 2 minutes. If you want the frosting a little thicker, add the extra 1/4 cup of confectioners sugar (I add it). Spread the frosting on the cooled cake. Refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving. This helps sets the frosting and makes cutting easier.
- Cover leftover cake tightly and store in the refrigerator for 5 days.
A-NUMBER-1 BANANA CAKE
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
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
BANANA LAYER CAKE
"Years ago I combined two recipes to come up with this delicious iced cake," says Jennie Krell of El Cajon, California. "It has a wonderful banana flavor."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 40m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- In a small bowl, beat shortening and sugar until crumbly, about 2 minutes. Beat in egg yolks. Beat in banana on low speed until blended. Combine the flour, baking powder, salt and baking soda; add to banana mixture alternately with buttermilk, beating well after each addition. In a small bowl, beat egg whites until soft peaks form; fold into batter., Coat two 6-in. round baking pans with cooking spray and dust with flour. Add batter. Bake at 375° for 23-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely., For frosting, in a small bowl, beat shortening and butter until smooth. Add 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar, salt and extract; mix well. Stir in banana. Beat in enough of the remaining confectioners' sugar to achieve desired spreading consistency. Tint with food coloring if desired. , Spread between layers and over top and sides of cake. Store in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 629 calories, Fat 20g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 87mg cholesterol, Sodium 549mg sodium, Carbohydrate 109g carbohydrate (87g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
BANANA CAKE II
My family loves this cake. Frost with a cream cheese frosting with one ripe banana added and confectioners' sugar sprinkled over the top.
Provided by Carol Farrington
Categories Desserts Fruit Dessert Recipes Banana Dessert Recipes
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large bowl, mix together butter or margarine, sugar, eggs and vanilla. Set aside.
- In another bowl, sift together flour, salt, soda, and baking powder. Add these dry ingredients to the creamed mixture. Add sour milk and bananas to the batter. Beat together well.
- Line two 9 inch round cake pans, or one 9 x 13 inch pan with wax paper; the pans can be greased and floured instead, if desired. Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 17 to 20 minutes for the layered cakes, or for 25 to 40 minutes for the sheet cake.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 335.2 calories, Carbohydrate 50.1 g, Cholesterol 77.6 mg, Fat 13.2 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 5.1 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, Sodium 306 mg, Sugar 28.2 g
BANANA UPSIDE-DOWN CAKE
Easy and yummy. Bananas, brown sugar and pecans are baked under a banana cake mix. The pans are then inverted so the bananas end up on top!
Provided by Dana Campbell
Categories Desserts Fruit Dessert Recipes Banana Dessert Recipes
Time 1h30m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour 2 (8 inch) pans. Combine butter and brown sugar, divide and spread evenly between the 2 pans. Sprinkle pecans evenly over both brown sugar mixtures, arrange banana slices evenly over each.
- Prepare cake mix according to package instructions. Divide batter into the 2 pans.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Turn cakes upside down on a platter or plate, gently tap bottom and carefully remove pans, replacing caramel mixture that sticks to pan.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 313.4 calories, Carbohydrate 53.3 g, Cholesterol 10.2 mg, Fat 11.2 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 1.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 287.7 mg, Sugar 34.7 g
Tips:
- Use ripe bananas: The riper the bananas, the sweeter and more flavorful your cake will be. Look for bananas that are yellow with brown spots.
- Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy: This will help to incorporate air into the batter, resulting in a lighter, more tender cake.
- Add the eggs one at a time: This will help to prevent the batter from curdling.
- Mash the bananas before adding them to the batter: This will help to distribute the banana flavor evenly throughout the cake.
- Do not overmix the batter: Overmixing can result in a tough, dense cake. Mix only until the ingredients are combined.
- Bake the cake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 50-60 minutes: or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool completely before frosting: This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.
Conclusion:
Banana cake is a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With its moist texture, sweet banana flavor, and creamy frosting, it is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you are looking for a simple yet delicious dessert, give this banana cake recipe a try.
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