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Banana Walnut Cake

Serves 4
40 mins
238 Kcal
Banana walnut cake: banana and walnut cake are moist and very flavoury, combining the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with the richness of crunch that walnuts can bring. This delightful cake is perfect for any occasion, whether it's a casual afternoon snack or a special celebration with unique flavours and textures. A recipe for banana walnut cake starts with ripe bananas mashed to a creamy base that will add moisture and sweetness to your cake. Pair the mashed bananas with flour, sugar, eggs, and butter to make the most luscious batter that's both easy to prepare and impossible to resist. Finally, mix in chopped walnuts for this cake's delightful crunch and nutty flavour. The batter, combined only until combined, is poured into the prepared cake pan. The banana walnut cake bakes up golden, with a appetizing rise that brings a warm, inviting aroma to your kitchen as it finishes baking. Once cooled, dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with a light glaze for an added layer of sweetness. This cake is delicious while simultaneously disposing of leftover, overripe bananas, ensuring all use and no waste. Enjoy it with a cup of tea, or it is perfect as a dessert for friends and family. Banana walnut cake makes everyone love the presentation and taste of moist cake.

Ingredients required for Banana Walnut Cake

  1. 4 banana
  2. 1.5 cup whole wheat flour
  3. 1 pinch salt
  4. 1/2 cup sugar
  5. ⅔ cup cooking oil
  6. 10 walnuts
  7. 2 tsp baking powder
  8. 1 tsp baking soda
  9. 2 tsp vanilla extract

Cooking steps for Banana Walnut Cake

  1. 1
    Banana Walnut Cake is a divine dessert that combines the sweetness of bananas, which ripen with the crunch of walnuts. It is a very moist and flavourful cake for any occasion.
  2. 2
    To begin with, take four medium to large-sized almost ripe or overripe bananas that weigh approximately 300 grams.
  3. 3
    The riper bananas are, the sweeter and more flavourful your cake will be.
  4. 4
    Begin with peeling the bananas and mashing them in a mixing bowl until they become smooth; they will be your cake base, contributing both moisture and natural sweetness.
  5. 5
    In a separate bowl, take 1.5 cups (180 grams) of whole wheat flour along with one teaspoon of baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda, and a pinch of salt.
  6. 6
    These dry ingredients are going to raise the cake and give it a light texture while making sure it has a wholesome quality due to whole wheat flour.
  7. 7
    Now, with well-mixed dry ingredients, it's time to bring everything together.
  8. 8
    Whisk together 1/2 cup of sugar, either regular or organic unrefined cane sugar, about 100 grams, with neutral-flavoured oil-sunflower oil works marvellously for this recipe.
  9. 9
    The added mixture combines moisture and richness in the cake, plus a tender crumb.
  10. 10
    To this, add one teaspoon of vanilla extract, which will add a lovely, warm, aromatic flavour that pairs with bananas so perfectly.
  11. 11
    In a separate mixing bowl, when all the ingredients have been well combined, add the mashed bananas to the wet ingredients and gently stir to incorporate everything well.
  12. 12
    Next, you add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture.
  13. 13
    Fold in the dry ingredients by sprinkling them over the wet mixture gradually, taking great care to avoid overmixing.
  14. 14
    Stir the mixtures just until they are combined; a few small lumps are okay since this will mean that your cake will be moist and fluffy.
  15. 15
    For added texture and flavour, it is possible to add ten finely chopped halved walnuts or any dry fruits and nuts of your choice.
  16. 16
    The crunch added by the walnuts was quite delightful, and their rich, nutty flavour paired extremely well with sweet bananas.
  17. 17
    Once the batter has been prepared, preheat your oven to 180 C (350 F).
  18. 18
    Grease a cake pan or line with parchment paper so that the cake will not stick to it.
  19. 19
    Pour in the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
  20. 20
    Bake in the preheated oven until it is done.
  21. 21
    A toothpick should be inserted in the centre; it should be clean. Approximately 40 to 45 minutes.
  22. 22
    Keep an eye on the last few minutes of baking; with the aroma of bananas and nuts filling your kitchen, you won't be able to wait! Once the cake is done, please remove it from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to continue cooling completely.
  23. 23
    This is the time the cake needs to set.
  24. 24
    Once cooled, slice the recipe of Banana Walnut Cake and enjoy it on its own or with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of ice cream for an added treat.
  25. 25
    The cake is delicious, of course, but also very nutritious, so it would surely satisfy you for breakfast, mid-afternoon snack, or even dessert.
  26. 26
    Its moist texture, combined with the sweetness of the earthy banana flavour and crunch from the walnuts, makes for an exceptionally comforting experience that makes any table warm up.
  27. 27
    Be it your loved ones or you, this Banana Walnut Cake will be what makes you a constant favourite in your baking collection!

Shop Ingredients

Whole Wheat Flour (1.5 cup)
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454
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412
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219
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358
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409
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418
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209
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207
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Cooking Oil (⅔ cup)
157
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166
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159
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173
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157
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869
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169
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346
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148
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162
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Baking Powder (2 Tsp)
36
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19
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Walnuts (10)
309
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337
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649
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379
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309
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460
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330
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431
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Sugar (1/2 cup)
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60
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59
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249
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76
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99
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127
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310
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Banana (4)
40
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Salt (1 pinch)
27
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24
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113
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105
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115
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47
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53
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73
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FAQs

How should you store Banana Walnut Cake?

Freshness in Banana Walnut Cake will be retained if stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days. For long-term storage, it can be refrigerated; it should remain fresh for a week. If it has to be stored in the freezer for an extended period, freeze the cake. Wrap the slices or the entire cake snugly with plastic, then aluminium foil to avoid freezer burn. As soon as you prepare to serve it, you have to thaw it at room temperature or warm it in the oven for a few minutes.

Can Banana Walnut Cake be made healthier?

Indeed, you can make the Banana Walnut Cake healthier with just a few subtle substitutions. You may replace the all-purpose flour in the recipe with whole wheat flour to add fibre and nutrients to your cake. Also, you can reduce the sugar in the recipe by replacing it with honey or maple syrup, a natural alternative sweetener. If you want to make this recipe less fatty, you can replace some butter with unsweetened applesauce or Greek yoghurt. These substitutions ensure that the cake retains all its tasteful flavours while giving you a healthier dessert when craving banana cakes.

Can I customise Banana Walnut Cake?

Absolutely! Banana Walnut Cake is a very versatile cake. You can add chocolate chips to make it more decadent, spice it up with cinnamon and nutmeg, or introduce the nutty flavour with the different nut pecans or almonds, for instance. Also, when you are in the mood for something tropical, you can throw in shredded coconut. That makes it a favourite for all bakers because you can use applesauce or Greek yoghurt halfway through the butter, so it does not lose moisture but cuts the fat. You can use it for that light version.