Easy Banana Cake Recipe

This unbelievably moist and delicious banana cake recipe is a lifesaver for busy mornings! Inspired by a Duncan Hines recipe, it's perfect for a quick baking project with kids (ages 4 and up, with supervision). Get ready to enjoy the best banana cake you've ever tasted – guaranteed to be a family favorite! Simple ingredients, easy steps, and maximum flavor.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 251.6 kcal
Protein 5g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Easy Banana Cake

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How to Make Easy Banana Cake

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, mash the bananas with a fork until mostly smooth.
  3. Add the sugar, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas. Beat well with an electric mixer until combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  6. Stir in the chopped walnuts (optional).
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  8. Bake for 40-45 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 inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Enjoy your delicious homemade banana cake! Optional: Dust with powdered sugar or add a cream cheese frosting.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

9 g

Sugar

89g

Fat

9g

Carbs

11g