Banana Nut Chip Cake
A moist and flavorful banana nut chip cake featuring ripe bananas, crunchy nuts, and chocolate chips, perfect for dessert or teatime gatherings with a rich, sweet profile.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Cream the butter and sugar, then add the beaten eggs.
- Add the mashed bananas, sifted flour, sour cream, baking soda, chocolate chips, and nuts; mix well.
- Pour the batter into a greased 9 x 13-inch pan.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 1 hour.
Tips & Substitutions
Ensure your bananas are very ripe for optimal sweetness and flavor. If you're out of sour cream, plain yogurt can be a great substitute. For a nut-free version, you can simply omit the nuts or replace them with more chocolate chips. Consider adding cinnamon or nutmeg to enhance the flavor profile.
Serving Suggestions
This cake is delightful on its own, but it pairs beautifully with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a decadent treat. You can also serve it with a dollop of whipped cream or a drizzle of chocolate sauce. For a fun twist, try serving alongside a warm slice of Mom'S Rhubarb Custard Pie for a delicious dessert spread.
Storage & Reheating
Store leftover Banana Nut Chip Cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. To keep it fresh longer, refrigerate it for up to a week. For reheating, warm individual slices in the microwave for about 15-20 seconds or enjoy it cold.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Banana Nut Chip Cake contains roughly 565 calories, with 9g protein, 76g carbohydrates, and 27g fat. It is an excellent source of vitamin C (22% of the Daily Value), and a good source of protein and dietary fiber. Note that it is relatively high in sodium, at 493mg per serving (21% of the Daily Value).
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make this cake ahead of time?
Absolutely! This cake keeps well and can be made a day or two in advance. Just store it covered at room temperature. If you want to prepare it even earlier, you can freeze it, wrapped tightly, for up to a month.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).