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Easy Banana Cake

This simple recipe for Easy Banana Cake creates a moist and flavorful dessert perfect for using up ripe bananas. It's a delightful treat that's quick to prepare and sure to please.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups All-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon Baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
Wet Ingredients
  • 3 large Ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1 cup Granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup Brown sugar packed
  • 2 Large eggs
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup Milk

Equipment

  • Baking pan (9x13 inch)
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Fork
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon; set aside.
Mixing
  1. In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork, then add granulated sugar and brown sugar, mixing well.
  2. Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the melted butter, vanilla extract, and milk until combined.
Combining and Baking
  1. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined and being careful not to overmix.
  2. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and bake for 45-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  3. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For extra flavor, you can add 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts or chocolate chips to the batter before baking. Ensure your bananas are very ripe for the best flavor and moisture.