Easy Banana Loaf Cake
Easy Banana Loaf Cake is a moist, flavorful delight that’s perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. With its golden-brown crust and rich banana flavor, this simple recipe comes together in no time and fills your kitchen with a comforting aroma. Customize it with chocolate chips or nuts for an extra treat and enjoy each slice of this homemade goodness any time of day.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 ripe bananas (about 1 ½ cups mashed)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- In a bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
- Mix in granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla until combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients while stirring gently.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for about 60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cooling in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: - Use overripe bananas for maximum sweetness and moisture. - For added texture, consider mixing in nuts or chocolate chips. - Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.