Description
A moist and flavorful cake made with ripe bananas and crunchy walnuts.
Ingredients
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- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup walnuts, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar.
- Add the eggs, mashed bananas, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
- In another bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture. Stir until just combined.
- Fold in the chopped walnuts.
- Pour the batter into a greased 9×5 inch loaf pan.
- Bake for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow to cool before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container.
- Can be served with cream cheese frosting for added sweetness.
- Use overripe bananas for best flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Banana Walnut Cake