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A beautifully sliced banana cake layered with frosting, topped with fresh banana slices and colorful sprinkles, ready for serving at a gathering.

The Ultimate Crowd-Pleasing Banana Cake

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Discover the ultimate crowd-pleasing banana cake that combines moist, tender layers with rich banana flavor. Perfect for any occasion, this homemade banana cake recipe is easy to make and sure to impress your guests with its delicious taste and appealing presentation.

  • Total Time: 45-50 minutes
  • Yield: 8-10 slices

Ingredients

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  • 3 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour your cake pans. Mash the ripe bananas until smooth and set aside.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar until creamy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Stir in vanilla extract and mashed bananas.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with sour cream, mixing until just combined.
  4. Pour the batter evenly into prepared cake pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  5. Remove from oven and let cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add chocolate chips or chopped nuts to the batter before baking.
  • Store leftover cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
  • To keep the cake moist, consider layering with frosting or cream cheese icing.
  • Author: Emma Bloomfield
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 330 Kcal
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 210mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 48g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg