Decadent Vanilla Banana Walnut Cake to Delight Your Senses

This Vanilla Banana Walnut Cake is a moist and flavorful dessert perfect for any occasion.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 50

Cooling Time 10

Total Time 1 15

Servings: 10 slices

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 200

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Cake

2 cups all-purpose flour to give your cake structure and a lovely texture.
1 cup granulated sugar for that perfect balance of sweetness.
0.5 cup unsalted butter softened for a rich, creamy batter.
3 ripe bananas mashed; the star ingredient that makes this Vanilla Banana Walnut Cake so moist!
2 large eggs to help bind the ingredients together beautifully.
1.5 teaspoons baking powder to ensure the cake rises perfectly.
0.5 teaspoon baking soda for an extra lift and delightful texture.
0.5 teaspoon salt to enhance all the flavors.
1 tablespoon vanilla extract for that warm, comforting aroma and taste.
1 cup chopped walnuts to add a delightful crunch and nutty flavor.

Equipment

Mixing Bowl
hand mixer
spatula
Cake Pan

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your cake pan.
In a mixing bowl, combine softened butter and sugar, beat until light and fluffy.
Add eggs one at a time, then stir in mashed bananas and vanilla extract.
Sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl.
Fold the dry ingredients into the banana mixture until just combined.
Gently fold in the chopped walnuts.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 50 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use very ripe bananas and avoid overmixing the batter. Allow cooling before slicing.

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