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Moist Banana Cake
Soft and moist banana cake made with ripe bananas and simple pantry ingredients.
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Prep Time
15
minutes
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Cook Time
35
minutes
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Servings
12
servings
Ingredients
2
cups
all-purpose flour
2
teaspoons
baking powder
½
teaspoon
baking soda
½
teaspoon
salt
½
cup
unsalted butter
softened
¾
cup
granulated sugar
¼
cup
brown sugar
2
large eggs
1½
cups
mashed ripe bananas
½
cup
sour cream or plain yogurt
1
teaspoon
vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
In a large bowl, cream butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each.
Stir in mashed bananas, sour cream, and vanilla extract until combined.
Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix just until incorporated.
Do not overmix.
Pour batter into prepared pan and spread evenly.
Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cool completely before slicing and serving.
Notes
Use very ripe bananas for best flavor and moisture.
Do not overbake or the cake may dry out.
Cake tastes even better the next day.