Banana Therapy Coffee Cake Recipe

Transform overripe bananas into a decadent, moist coffee cake! This recipe is a delicious alternative to banana bread, boasting a rich, dense texture and irresistible golden-brown crumb. Perfect for brunch, dessert, or any time you crave a comforting treat. Its warm, sweet aroma will entice everyone, making it a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for banana bread lovers and coffee cake enthusiasts alike. Get ready for a flavor explosion!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 329.6 kcal
Protein 8g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
Banana Therapy Coffee Cake

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for Banana Therapy Coffee Cake

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • Banana
  • White Sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Nutmeg
  • Clove
  • Cooking Oil
  • Egg
  • Milk
  • 3 ripe bananas, mashed

How to Make Banana Therapy Coffee Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, mash bananas until smooth. Add sugar, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Stir in chopped nuts (optional).
  6. Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  7. In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, cinnamon, and butter for the streusel topping. Crumble the mixture evenly over the batter.
  8. Bake for 50-55 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

83g

Fat

12g

Carbs

15g