Banana Loaf Cake Recipe
This easy banana loaf cake is moist, tender, and packed with sweet banana flavor. Perfect for breakfast or as a snack, it comes together with simple pantry ingredients. Serve it warm or at room temperature for a comforting homemade treat everyone will love.
Equipment
- 9×5-inch loaf pan
- Mixing bowl
- Measuring cups
- Measuring spoons
- Fork (for mashing bananas)
- Spoon or spatula for mixing
- Toothpick (for testing doneness)
- Oven mitts
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
- Mash the bananas in a large bowl, then add the flour, sugar, butter, egg, vanilla, baking soda, and baking powder.
- Mix everything until well combined and pour the batter into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 50 to 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool down the loaf and it is ready to be served.
Notes
- Use very ripe, spotty bananas for the best sweetness and flavor.
- Don’t overmix the batter to keep the loaf tender and soft.
- You can add a handful of chopped nuts or chocolate chips for extra texture.