Banana Caramel Cake

Name: Banana Caramel Cake
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: {'ingredient': 'All-purpose flour', 'amount': '2 cups'}; {'ingredient': 'Baking powder', 'amount': '1 teaspoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Baking soda', 'amount': '1/2 teaspoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Salt', 'amount': '1/4 teaspoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Unsalted butter', 'amount': '1/2 cup, softened'}; {'ingredient': 'Granulated sugar', 'amount': '1 cup'}; {'ingredient': 'Ripe bananas', 'amount': '3 medium, mashed'}; {'ingredient': 'Eggs', 'amount': '2 large'}; {'ingredient': 'Vanilla extract', 'amount': '1 teaspoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Buttermilk', 'amount': '1/2 cup'}; {'ingredient': 'Caramel sauce', 'amount': '1 cup, store-bought or homemade'}; {'ingredient': 'Whipped cream', 'amount': '1 cup, for frosting'}; {'ingredient': 'Banana slices', 'amount': 'for garnish'}

Indulge in the heavenly delight of this moist and flavorful Banana Caramel Cake, where the natural sweetness of ripe bananas harmonizes beautifully with rich, luscious caramel. This cake not only fills your kitchen with a comforting aroma but also offers a celebration of flavors that will delight your taste buds. Perfect for birthdays, gatherings, or simply as a sweet treat, this cake showcases the classic combination of bananas and caramel in a modern twist. Historical records show that banana cakes gained popularity in the 20th century as bananas became more accessible, and this recipe pays homage to that tradition while elevating it with a decadent caramel layer.

Servings: 10

Ingredients

All-purpose flour (2 cups)
Baking powder (1 teaspoon)
Baking soda (1/2 teaspoon)
Salt (1/4 teaspoon)
Unsalted butter (1/2 cup, softened)
Granulated sugar (1 cup)
Ripe bananas (3 medium, mashed)
Eggs (2 large)
Vanilla extract (1 teaspoon)
Buttermilk (1/2 cup)
Caramel sauce (1 cup, store-bought or homemade)
Whipped cream (1 cup, for frosting)
Banana slices (for garnish)

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan with butter or non-stick spray.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
In a separate large bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
Add the mashed ripe bananas, eggs, and vanilla extract to the butter mixture. Mix until fully incorporated and smooth.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with buttermilk, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined; do not overmix.
Pour half of the batter into the prepared cake pan and drizzle half of the caramel sauce over the batter. Gently swirl with a knife for a marbled effect.
Carefully add the remaining batter on top, smoothing it out, and drizzle the remaining caramel sauce over it. Again, swirl gently if desired.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once cooled, frost the cake with whipped cream and garnish with banana slices and an extra drizzle of caramel sauce. Serve immediately.

Dietary Information

Servings: 10 • Dish Type: Dessert • Prep Time: 20 minutes • Cook Time: 40 minutes • Calories: 450 • Fat: 20g • Carbs: 65g • Protein: 5g • Sodium: 250mg • Sugar: 35g

Banana Caramel Cake

Servings: 10

Ingredients

Instructions

Dietary Information

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