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Easy Banana Cake Recipe

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This Easy Banana Cake is moist, fluffy, and packed with ripe banana flavor. It’s a simple one-bowl recipe perfect for using up overripe bananas and ideal for dessert or snacking.

Ingredients

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  • 3 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • Optional: 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the mashed bananas and vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture and stir just until combined.
  6. Fold in the sour cream and optional walnuts or chocolate chips.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top.
  8. Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  9. Cool in the pan before slicing and serving. Optionally frost with cream cheese frosting.

Notes

  • Use overripe bananas for best flavor and moisture.
  • Can be made ahead and stored at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerated for up to 5 days.
  • Great with or without frosting.

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