Sakina's Banana Cake with with Semolina

Indulge in the rich, moist goodness of *Sakina's Banana Cake with Semolina*, a delightful twist on a classic favorite. This unique recipe blends the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with the nutty texture of fine semolina, creating a perfectly balanced cake that is both hearty and tender. Complemented by a touch of all-purpose flour for structure, and enhanced with the creamy richness of butter and eggs, this cake achieves an irresistibly soft crumb. A hint of vanilla adds warmth, while a combination of baking powder and soda ensures a light, fluffy rise. With just 15 minutes of prep time and simple steps, this easy banana cake is an ideal treat for casual gatherings or weeknight desserts. Serve it plain, dust it with powdered sugar, or pair it with a dollop of whipped cream for an extra touch of decadence. Perfectly sweet, subtly textured, and utterly satisfying—this banana semolina cake will be your new go-to bake!

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 medium-sized Ripe bananas
• 200 grams Semolina (fine)
• 50 grams All-purpose flour
• 150 grams Granulated sugar
• 100 grams Unsalted butter
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 100 milliliters Milk
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a 9-inch cake pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, mash the bananas with a fork until smooth. Set aside.

Step 3

In another bowl, combine the semolina, all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix well and set aside.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, cream the butter and sugar together using a hand mixer or whisk until light and fluffy.

Step 5

Add the eggs, one at a time, to the butter mixture, beating well after each addition.

Step 6

Stir in the mashed bananas and vanilla extract into the wet mixture until evenly combined.

Step 7

Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, alternating with the milk, starting and ending with the dry ingredients.

Step 8

Mix gently until you achieve a smooth batter, taking care not to overmix.

Step 9

Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread it evenly.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 11

Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.

Step 12

Slice and enjoy your moist and delicious banana cake with semolina!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(715.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2416.2

Total Fat 100.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 54.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 602.7mg	0%
Sodium 1868.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 342.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.2g	0%
Total Sugars 156.8g
Protein 47.3g	0%

Vitamin D 127.4IU	0%
Calcium 247.7mg	0%
Iron 6.5mg	0%
Potassium 754.9mg	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: 36.6%

Protein: 7.7%

Carbs: 55.7%