Description
This easy-to-follow recipe delivers an incredibly moist and flavorful Banana Bread Cake, perfect for any occasion. It’s packed with sweet banana goodness and a tender crumb that will have everyone asking for more.
Ingredients
- 2 cups (240g) All-Purpose Flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
- 1/2 teaspoon Baking Powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 cup (113g) Unsalted Butter, melted
- 1/2 cup (100g) Granulated Sugar
- 1/2 cup (110g) Packed Light Brown Sugar
- 2 Large Eggs, room temperature
- 1/2 cup (120g) Sour Cream, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 1 1/2 cups (about 3–4 medium) Very Ripe Mashed Bananas
- Optional: 1 cup Chocolate Chips or Chopped Nuts
Instructions
- 1. Prepare Oven & Pan: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- 2. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, sour cream, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- 3. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- 4. Mix Batter: Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Fold in mashed bananas and any optional add-ins. Do not overmix.
- 5. Bake: Pour batter into prepared pan. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- 6. Cool: Let cool in the pan on a wire rack for 15-20 minutes, then transfer to the rack to cool completely before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 30-35 mins