Description
Enjoy a moist and flavorful banana cake made with ripe bananas and creamy sour cream. This versatile treat can be enhanced with walnuts or chocolate chips and is perfect for any occasion, whether served plain or with frosting.
Ingredients
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- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9-inch round cake pan with butter or non-stick spray, and optionally line the bottom with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth, leaving a few small lumps for texture. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then, mix in the vanilla extract until combined.
- Gently fold the mashed bananas into the wet mixture using a spatula.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the sour cream. Start with a third of the flour mixture, mix until just combined, then add half of the sour cream. Repeat until all ingredients are incorporated, being careful not to overmix.
- Fold in walnuts or chocolate chips if using.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread it evenly with a spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then turn it out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
- If desired, prepare a cream cheese frosting or chocolate ganache.
- Once cooled, frost the cake if desired, or simply dust with powdered sugar.
- Slice the cake into wedges and serve warm or at room temperature, optionally with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, consider adding spices like cinnamon or nutmeg to the batter.
- This cake can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes