Kay's Banana Nut Cake

Kay's Banana Nut Cake is the ultimate treat for banana lovers, combining the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with the rich, nutty crunch of chopped walnuts or pecans. This moist and tender cake is made with a blend of granulated and brown sugar for a deep caramel-like flavor, while buttermilk adds a subtle tanginess that enhances every bite. Perfect for gatherings or as an afternoon indulgence, this crowd-pleaser comes together effortlessly with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, eggs, and vanilla extract. Whether served plain, dusted with powdered sugar, or topped with your favorite frosting, this easy-to-make cake is a delightful way to elevate overripe bananas into a timeless dessert. Bake this family-favorite recipe to enjoy a slice of comfort that’s packed with flavor and texture!

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 3 pieces ripe bananas
• 0.5 cups unsalted butter
• 1 cups granulated sugar
• 0.5 cups brown sugar
• 2 pieces eggs
• 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 cups buttermilk
• 1 cups chopped walnuts or pecans

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan or two 8-inch round cake pans.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth, then set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 4

Add the eggs one at a time to the creamed mixture, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

In another bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

Step 6

Add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture in three additions, alternating with the buttermilk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.

Step 7

Fold in the mashed bananas and chopped nuts gently with a spatula, being careful not to overmix.

Step 8

Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan(s) and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 10

Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before serving or frosting if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1278.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3670.2

Total Fat 144.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 42.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 509.4mg	0%
Sodium 2564.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 560.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.8g	0%
Total Sugars 324.9g
Protein 65.6g	0%

Vitamin D 145.4IU	0%
Calcium 399.7mg	0%
Iron 18.4mg	0%
Potassium 2443.4mg	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: 34.2%

Protein: 6.9%

Carbs: 58.9%