Katrinas Banana Cake

Moist, flavorful, and utterly irresistible, Katrina’s Banana Cake is a sweet treat that’s sure to become a family favorite. With ripe bananas, creamy butter, and a hint of vanilla, this scrumptious cake is the perfect way to satisfy your sweet tooth and impress your loved ones.

Ingredients

• 3 large ripe bananas, mashed
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease two 9-inch round cake pans and line the bottoms with parchment paper.

In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

Set aside. In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

Beat in eggs one at a time, then mix in mashed bananas and vanilla extract.

Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, beating until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans.

Smooth the tops. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Let the cakes cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Once the cakes are completely cool, you can frost and decorate them as desired. Slice and serve!

Notes

Use very ripe bananas for the best flavor and natural sweetness. If using frozen bananas, thaw them first and pat dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.

Don’t overmix the batter, as it can lead to a dense cake.

Stop mixing as soon as the flour mixture is just combined with the wet ingredients. To ensure even baking, make sure the cake pans are at the same level in the oven and rotate them halfway through the baking time.

If you want a moist and tender crumb, don’t overbake.

Check the cakes at 35 minutes, and if they’re not done, give them a few more minutes. This recipe makes two 9-inch cakes, perfect for layering and decorating.

You can also bake them in different-sized pans, adjusting the baking time accordingly.

Feel free to get creative with your frosting and decorations – this cake is a versatile canvas waiting for your artistic touch!

Nutrional Value

• Calories: 520
• Total Fat: 24g
• Saturated Fat: 14g
• Cholesterol: 80mg
• Sodium: 350mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 73g
• Dietary Fiber: 2g
• Sugars: 45g
• Protein: 5g