Banana Pineapple Nut Cake
A moist, flavorful banana pineapple nut cake bursting with tropical flavors and crunchy walnuts, perfect for dessert, tea time, or special occasions.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Heat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Combine flour, sugar, salt, and baking soda in a bowl.
- In a separate bowl, mix eggs, mashed bananas, oil, undrained crushed pineapple, chopped walnuts, and vanilla.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients all at once, stirring until moistened.
- Pour the batter into a greased and floured 10-inch tube pan.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 65 to 75 minutes, or until the cake tests done with a toothpick.
- Cool in the pan for 15 minutes.
- Remove the cake from the pan and cool on a wire rack.
- Sprinkle with confectioners' sugar before serving.
Tips & Substitutions
For best results, use overripe bananas as they add more moisture and sweetness. If you're out of walnuts, pecans or almonds can be great substitutes. To make the cake even more flavorful, consider adding a teaspoon of cinnamon or nutmeg. If you prefer a lighter texture, you can replace half of the oil with unsweetened applesauce.
Serving Suggestions
This Banana Pineapple Nut Cake is delightful on its own or served with a dollop of whipped cream. It pairs beautifully with a cup of coffee or tea, making it an excellent choice for brunch or dessert. For a fun twist, serve it alongside a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a decadent treat.
Storage & Reheating
Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days. If you need to keep it longer, refrigerate for up to a week. To reheat, slice individual pieces and warm them in the microwave for about 10-15 seconds or enjoy them cold for a refreshing treat.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Banana Pineapple Nut Cake contains roughly 644 calories, with 11g protein, 73g carbohydrates, and 26g fat. It is an excellent source of vitamin C (26% of the Daily Value), dietary fiber (22% of the Daily Value), and protein (21% of the Daily Value). Note that it is relatively high in sodium, at 707mg per serving (31% 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 add other fruits to the batter?
Absolutely! You can add chopped apples, pears, or even berries to the batter for added flavors and textures. Just be sure not to overload the batter to maintain the cake’s structure.
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).