Banana Walnut Cake
Indulge in the irresistible charm of homemade Banana Walnut Cake, a moist and tender treat that beautifully combines sweet, ripe bananas with the satisfying crunch of earthy walnuts. This easy-to-make recipe uses simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, granulated and brown sugar, and fragrant vanilla extract. Perfectly spiced with a hint of baking essentials and enriched with creamy butter, this cake bakes to golden perfection in just under an hour. Whether served as a comforting afternoon snack or as a delightful dessert with a dollop of whipped cream, this moist banana cake is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. With quick prep and a balance of caramelized sweetness and nutty texture, it’s the ultimate bake for cozy gatherings or indulgent moments.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 pieces ripe bananas
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup brown sugar
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter
- 2 large eggs
- 0.25 cup milk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup walnuts
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or a round cake pan.
In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
Add granulated sugar, brown sugar, and melted butter to the mashed bananas. Mix until combined.
Stir in the eggs, milk, and vanilla extract, mixing well after each addition.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring just until combined. Do not overmix.
Fold in the chopped walnuts gently until evenly distributed in the batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Slice and serve the banana walnut cake as is, or with a dollop of whipped cream or cream cheese frosting.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2342 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 90.0 g | 115% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.5 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 56.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 378 mg | 126% | |
| Sodium | 3080 mg | 134% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 375.3 g | 136% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.3 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 321.1 g | ||
| Protein | 36.8 g | 74% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 329 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 6.7 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 2143 mg | 46% | |
*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.
