Banana Walnut Cake
This delightful Banana Walnut Cake is more than just a dessert; it’s a warm embrace on a plate. With its moist texture, rich banana flavor, and the satisfying crunch of walnuts, it captures the essence of comfort food beautifully. Perfect for family gatherings, birthday celebrations, or simply enjoying with a cup of coffee, this cake brings smiles and joy to any occasion. Whether you’re a veteran baker or a novice in the kitchen, the simplicity of this recipe will have you whipping up a masterpiece in no time.
What truly sets this cake apart is the combination of ripe bananas and crunchy walnuts, which not only adds texture but also infuses every bite with natural sweetness and earthy flavor. The creamy layer of sour cream or cream cheese on top makes it a showstopper that’s hard to resist. Your friends and family will love this cake not just for its taste but also for the love and effort you put into baking it.
This is what the finished dish looks like when perfectly baked.
Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/2 cup sour cream or cream cheese for layers
The key ingredients are ready for a delicious transformation into a cake.
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a cake pan.
- In a large bowl, mash the bananas. Then, mix in the sugar and softened butter until creamy.
- Beat in the eggs and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the banana mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the chopped walnuts.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool completely before spreading with sour cream or cream cheese for a creamy layer.
- Serve and enjoy!
Tips & Variations
- Ingredient substitutions: If you’re out of butter, you can substitute it with coconut oil or vegetable oil. For a dairy-free version, use a plant-based butter and non-dairy cream cheese.
- Optional variations: Consider adding a pinch of cinnamon for a warm spice flavor or swapping walnuts for pecans for a different nutty taste.
- Storage or reheating tips: Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days. To reheat, simply warm individual slices in the microwave for a few seconds.
Recipe Information
- Prep time: 15 minutes
- Cook time: 30 minutes
- Total time: 45 minutes
- Servings: 8
- Difficulty level: Easy
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Banana Walnut Cake
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup butter, softened Can substitute with coconut or vegetable oil.
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chopped walnuts Can swap for pecans if desired.
- 1/2 cup sour cream or cream cheese for layers Use non-dairy alternatives for a dairy-free version.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a cake pan.
- In a large bowl, mash the bananas. Then, mix in the sugar and softened butter until creamy.
- Beat in the eggs and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the banana mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the chopped walnuts.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
Baking
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool completely before spreading with sour cream or cream cheese for a creamy layer.
Serving
- Serve and enjoy!