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Homemade Moist Banana Cake Recipe

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 3 medium ripe bananas mashed
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar or ¾ cup for less sweetness
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup sour cream or plain yogurt
  • Optional: ½ cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  2. Mash the ripe bananas until smooth and set aside.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  4. In another bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  5. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla and mashed bananas.
  6. Mix in sour cream or yogurt until smooth.
  7. Gradually fold in the dry ingredients until just combined.
  8. Stir in nuts or chocolate chips if using.
  9. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 35–40 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  10. Cool before slicing and serving.