Banana Cake

Prep: 15 min Cook: 40 min Serves: 12 Cuisine: American

Indulge in the delightful sweetness of this Banana Cake, featuring ripe bananas that lend a rich flavor and moist texture. Perfect for dessert lovers or anyone seeking a comforting treat, this cake is a wonderful way to use overripe bananas, making it a hit at gatherings and family celebrations.

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Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 c. sugar
  • 1/2 c. shortening
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 1/2 c. all-purpose flour
  • 4 large ripe bananas
  • 4 Tbsp. sour milk
  • 1 tsp. soda
  • 1 heaping tsp. baking powder

Instructions

  1. Mash bananas in a bowl and add sour milk or cream.
  2. Sprinkle soda over this mixture.
  3. Cream together sugar, shortening, and eggs.
  4. Alternate adding the banana mixture with flour and blend thoroughly.
  5. Grease and flour cake pans.
  6. Bake at 350° for 30 to 40 minutes for a 13 x 9-inch pan.
  7. This recipe makes 2 large layers or 1 good size loaf cake.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

546 kcal 27% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 6.8g 14% DV
Total Fat 28.3g 36% DV
Carbs 72.3g 26% DV
Fiber 3.1g 11% DV
Sugar 3.1g 6% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 2822.8mg 100% DV
Potassium 384.5mg 8% DV
Cholesterol 69mg 23% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 28.5mcg 3% DV
Vitamin C 11.6mg 13% DV
Calcium 1557.3mg 100% DV
Iron 5.3mg 29% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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