Banana Cake Recipe: Moist & Easy Homemade Dessert

A tender, spiced banana cake made with overripe bananas, buttermilk, and warm spices. Moist and flavorful, this classic American dessert is simple to make and perfect for any occasion.

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Course: Cakes

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 40

Total Time: 55

Servings: servings

Calories: 200kcal

Author: Samantha Jones

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup (2 sticks) butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
2 very ripe bananas, mashed (about 1 ½ cups)
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
1 ½ cups buttermilk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Beat in eggs, one at a time, then stir in mashed bananas.
Add dry ingredients to wet ingredients alternately with buttermilk, mixing just until combined.
Stir in vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
Pour batter into prepared pan and bake 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Cool completely before slicing into 12 pieces.

Notes

Use bananas with brown spots for optimal sweetness and flavor
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days
Optional: Add 1 cup chocolate chips to dough for gooey texture
Sprinkle with powdered sugar before serving for extra elegance

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