Moist and Best Banana Coffee Cake Recipe 2024
Banana coffee cake recipe is a moist, flavorful, with a cinnamon swirl and crunchy crumble topping. A delicious treat in every bite.
Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas
- 1 ½ cups of all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon of baking powder
- ½ teaspoon of baking soda
- 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
- ¾ cup of brown sugar
- ½ cup of melted unsalted butter
- ½ cup of sour cream
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla essence
- Optional: 1/2 cup of mini chocolate chips or chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts
Instructions
- Begin by preheating your oven to 325°F (163°C) and greasing a 9x9 inch baking pan.
- Mix together 1/2 cup of flour, 1/2 cup of brown sugar, and a teaspoon of cinnamon. Stir in 1/4 cup of melted butter until the mixture is crumbly, then set it aside.
- Take a large bowl and mash the bananas until they reach a smooth consistency.
- Add 1/4 cup of melted butter, sour cream, and vanilla essence to the mashed bananas. Mix thoroughly.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 cup of flour, baking powder, baking soda, remaining 1/4 cup of brown sugar, and cinnamon.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until they are just combined. Take care not to mix excessively to maintain a light texture.
- Pour half of the batter into the greased baking pan, spreading it out evenly.
- Sprinkle the crumb topping evenly over the batter.
- Carefully spoon the remaining batter over the crumbs, covering them entirely.
- Optional Touches: If desired, sprinkle chocolate chips or chopped nuts over the top of the batter.
- Put the pan in the oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving. Whether enjoyed warm or at room temperature, it's bound to delight your taste buds.
Enjoy your homemade banana coffee cake recipe!
Notes
Storage
Store leftover cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for longer freshness.
Freezing
You have the option to freeze the cake for as long as three months. Ensure it's tightly wrapped with both plastic wrap and aluminum foil to maintain its freshness while in the freezer. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1 slice (Assuming 12 slices per cake) | Calories: 550kcal | Total Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 75mg | Sodium: 252mg | Total Carbohydrates: 45g | Dietary Fiber: 2g | Sugars: 25g | Protein: 6g
Please Note that the nutritional information provided is an estimate and may vary depending on factors such as specific ingredients used, cooking methods, and portion sizes.