Perfectly Soft and Moist Banana Cake Recipe: Easy, Delicious, and Fragrant!
Looking for a banana cake recipe that’s both soft and moist? This easy banana cake is a crowd-pleaser, packed with the fragrant flavor of ripe bananas. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, this homemade banana cake is a must-try for banana lovers!
Ingredients
For one 8″ x 3.5″ x 3″ and one 9″ x 4″ x 3″ cake:
- 250g salted butter (softened)
- 1 1/2 cups castor sugar (adjust to 180g-200g based on banana ripeness)
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla essence
- 4 tbsp milk
- 1 1/2 cups mashed ripe bananas (about 3 medium-sized bananas)
- 2 cups plain flour (220g, sifted with 1 tsp bicarbonate of soda and 1 tsp baking powder)
Preparation
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and castor sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla essence and milk. Mix until well combined.
- Incorporate Bananas: Fold in the mashed bananas, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Gently fold in the sifted flour mixture until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the cake tender.
- Bake to Perfection: Pour the batter into greased cake tins. Bake in a preheated oven at 160°C (320°F) for 1 hour or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. If the top browns too quickly, cover with aluminum foil after 15 minutes.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice with a sharp knife and enjoy!
This banana cake is a delicious treat that’s soft, moist, and full of banana flavor. Perfect for any occasion, it’s sure to become a family favorite!
