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Classic Banana Walnut Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

Classic Banana Walnut Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting Bliss

A delightful Classic Banana Walnut Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting that’s moist, flavorful, and perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 3 medium Overripe Bananas Heavily speckled or black
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Sifted for lightness
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Locks in moisture
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor
  • 0.5 cup Vegetable Oil Can swap for melted butter
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 1 cup Chopped Walnuts Substitute with pecans or omit for nut-free
For the Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Chilled for easy spreading
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar Adjust sweetness to taste

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Electric mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. Mash the overripe bananas in a large mixing bowl until smooth.
  3. Add two large eggs and ½ cup of vegetable oil to the mashed bananas, mixing until combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Slowly combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture, then fold in the chopped walnuts.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly, and bake for 35-40 minutes.
  7. Let the cake cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
  8. Prepare the cream cheese frosting by beating the cream cheese and gradually adding powdered sugar until fluffy.
  9. Once cooled, frost the cake with the cream cheese frosting and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 220mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use ripe bananas and avoid overmixing. Store leftovers in an airtight container for optimal freshness.

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