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Vanilla Banana Walnut Cake

Delicious Vanilla Banana Walnut Cake for Cozy Days

This Vanilla Banana Walnut Cake is a quick and delightful dessert that combines ripe bananas and crunchy walnuts for an irresistible treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Essential for structure, it gives the cake a lovely, soft crumb.
  • 1 cup sugar Provides sweetness and helps create a golden crust.
  • 0.5 cups butter Adds richness and moisture to the cake.
  • 3 medium ripe bananas The star of the show, lending natural sweetness and moisture.
  • 2 large eggs Bind the ingredients together and help with the rise.
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder A leavening agent that helps the cake rise perfectly.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Reacts with the acids in bananas to enhance the cake's fluffiness.
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt Balances the sweetness and brings out all the flavors.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract A splash of flavor that elevates the cake to new heights.
For the Toppings
  • 0.5 cups chopped walnuts Adds a delightful crunch and nutty flavor.
  • 0.5 cups sour cream Keeps the cake wonderfully moist and adds a slight tang.

Equipment

  • 9×5-inch loaf pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Vanilla Banana Walnut Cake
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Mix in the mashed ripe bananas and eggs on low speed until fully combined.
  4. Sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl. Add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients gradually, mixing until just combined.
  5. Fold in the vanilla extract and sour cream, then add the chopped walnuts and mix until evenly distributed.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
  7. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the cake cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use very ripe bananas and mix until just combined to maintain a light texture.

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