Kato's Easy Banana Cake

Moist, fluffy, and packed with the natural sweetness of ripe bananas, Kato's Easy Banana Cake is the ultimate homemade treat for any occasion. This beginner-friendly recipe comes together in just 15 minutes of prep time, using simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, butter, and sugar. Perfectly balanced with a hint of vanilla and a touch of milk for extra tenderness, this banana cake bakes to golden perfection in under an hour. Whether served plain or topped with powdered sugar, cream cheese frosting, or fresh fruit, it’s a versatile dessert that’s sure to wow family and friends. Ideal for using up overripe bananas, this easy banana cake is a must-try for bakers of all skill levels. Try it today and enjoy a comforting, crowd-pleasing dessert that truly delivers.

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 large ripe bananas
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 stick unsalted butter
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup milk

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x9-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

Peel the ripe bananas and mash them in a large mixing bowl using a fork until smooth.

Step 3

In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the unsalted butter and let it cool slightly. Add it to the mashed bananas and mix well.

Step 4

Mix in the granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until fully combined.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

Step 6

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Start and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined; do not overmix.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 9

Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Slice and serve the banana cake as is, or garnish with your favorite toppings such as powdered sugar, cream cheese frosting, or fresh fruit.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1207.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3055.2

Total Fat 111.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 61.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 631.0mg	0%
Sodium 3550.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 488.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.2g	0%
Total Sugars 257.7g
Protein 46.7g	0%

Vitamin D 135.7IU	0%
Calcium 287.1mg	0%
Iron 14.0mg	0%
Potassium 2086.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 31.9%

Protein: 5.9%

Carbs: 62.1%