Banana Cake with Orange Icing
Indulge in the perfect harmony of flavors with this moist and tender Banana Cake with Orange Icing. Bursting with the natural sweetness of ripe bananas and spiced with a hint of cinnamon, this crowd-pleasing dessert is elevated by a luscious orange icing made with fresh orange juice and zest for a tangy-sweet finish. Ideal for dessert tables or a cozy afternoon treat, this cake is a breeze to whip up with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, buttermilk, and butter. The vibrant orange glaze beautifully complements the banana base, creating a memorable dessert that's as visually appealing as it is delicious. Quick to prepare and perfect for sharing, this 10-serving banana cake will become an irresistible favorite for any occasion!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 3 ripe bananas
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup buttermilk
- 1.5 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons orange juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted for icing)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Set this dry mixture aside.
In a separate large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas using a fork until smooth.
Add the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar to the mashed bananas. Use an electric mixer or a whisk to beat until light and creamy.
Mix in the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Then add the vanilla extract and mix again.
Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients in three portions, alternating with the buttermilk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix just until combined, being careful not to overmix.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and let it cool completely in the pan.
To prepare the orange icing, whisk together the powdered sugar, freshly squeezed orange juice, orange zest, and melted butter in a medium bowl until smooth and creamy.
Once the cake has cooled, spread the orange icing evenly over the top using an offset spatula or the back of a spoon.
Slice and serve. Enjoy your Banana Cake with Orange Icing!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4416 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 136.8 g | 175% | |
| Saturated Fat | 81.6 g | 408% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 707 mg | 236% | |
| Sodium | 2814 mg | 122% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 778.0 g | 283% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.8 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 544.0 g | ||
| Protein | 46.3 g | 93% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 411 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 15.5 mg | 86% | |
| Potassium | 2108 mg | 45% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
