Moist Gluten-Free Banana Cake with Rich German Chocolate Frosting
Indulge in the ultimate comfort dessert with this Moist Gluten-Free Banana Cake topped with a decadent German Chocolate Frosting. Perfect for any occasion, this cake combines the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with a rich, nutty frosting that will leave everyone asking for seconds. Whether you’re catering to gluten-free diets or simply love banana cake, this recipe is a must-try!
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 2 1/3 cups Gluten-Free Baking Flour
- 1 tbsp Baking Powder
- 3/4 tsp Ground Cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp Kosher Salt
- 3 large Ripe Bananas, mashed
- 1 1/3 cups Granulated Sugar
- 3/4 cup Unsalted Butter (or Dairy-Free alternative), room temperature
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 tsp Pure Vanilla Extract
- 1/2 cup Chopped Pecans
For the German Chocolate Frosting:
- 1 cup Evaporated Milk
- 1 cup Granulated Sugar
- 3 large Egg Yolks
- 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter, cubed
- 1 tsp Pure Vanilla Extract
- 1 1/4 cups Sweetened Shredded Coconut
- 1 cup Chopped Pecans
Preparation
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease two 8-inch round cake pans with baking spray or line with parchment paper. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the sugar and butter until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the mashed bananas and vanilla extract until combined. In a separate bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Fold in the chopped pecans. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cakes to cool completely before frosting.
For the German Chocolate Frosting, combine the evaporated milk, sugar, egg yolks, and butter in a saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened (about 12 minutes). Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract, shredded coconut, and chopped pecans. Allow the frosting to cool slightly before spreading it between the cake layers and on top.
Enjoy this gluten-free banana cake with its rich, nutty frosting—a perfect blend of flavors and textures!
