The Ultimate Easy & Moist Homemade Banana Cake
Looking for the perfect way to use up those overripe bananas? This Easy Moist Banana Cake is a game-changer. Richer and more flavorful than a standard butter cake, this recipe uses equal parts butter, sugar, and flour to create a velvety texture that melts in your mouth. Whether you’re serving it with afternoon tea or as a simple dessert, this homemade treat is sure to be a family favorite.
Ingredients:
- All-purpose Flour: 230g
- Unsalted Butter: 230g (softened)
- Sugar: 230g
- Eggs: 3 large
- Ripe Bananas: 230g (the riper, the better!)
- Banana Essence or Vanilla: 1 tsp
- Baking Powder: 1 ½ tsp
- Salt a pinch
Instructions:
- In a large bowl, beat the unsalted butter and sugar together until the mixture is light, fluffy, and creamy.
- Add the eggs one by one, beating well after each addition to ensure a smooth batter. Stir in your vanilla or banana essence.
- Peel your well-ripened bananas and mash (or beat) them into a smooth puree.
- Add the banana puree to your creamed mixture and beat well until fully combined.
- Sift together the flour, salt and baking powder. Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing gently until just combined.
- Pour the batter into a prepared baking tray. Bake in a pre-heated oven at 180°C for 35–40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Enjoy…
Pro Tips for the Best Banana Cake
- The Banana Secret: For the best depth of flavor, use bananas with plenty of brown spots. They are sweeter and blend more easily into the batter.
- Storage: Because this cake is made with fresh fruit, it is incredibly moist! It is best enjoyed fresh, as it won't stay as long as a traditional butter cake. Store in an airtight container for 2–3 days.
