Description
This Banana Butter Cake is irresistibly moist, rich, and packed with sweet banana flavor and buttery goodness. It’s the perfect comfort dessert—easy to bake with pantry staples and ideal for any occasion from brunch to dessert. Whether served plain, frosted, or with add-ins like nuts or chocolate, this banana butter cake is sure to become a favorite.
Ingredients
- 1¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2–3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup buttermilk (or milk + 1 tsp vinegar)
- Optional add-ins:
- ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- ½ cup chocolate chips
- 2 tbsp peanut butter (for swirl)
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf or cake pan.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
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In a large bowl, cream butter with both sugars until light and fluffy.
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Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each. Mix in mashed bananas and vanilla extract.
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Alternate adding the dry ingredients and buttermilk to the banana mixture, starting and ending with dry. Mix until just combined.
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Fold in any optional add-ins like nuts or chocolate.
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Pour batter into prepared pan.
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Bake for 45–55 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
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Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Substitute part of the butter with Greek yogurt or applesauce for a lighter version.
- Use browned butter for deeper, nutty flavor.
- For frosting, try cream cheese or chocolate for a delicious finish.
- Make into a layer cake by doubling the recipe and baking in two round pans.
- Freezes well—wrap slices individually.
