BEST-EVER BANANA CAKE
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Category
Dessert
Author:
Spice and Spirit
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of our Best-Ever Banana Cake recipe, a delectable creation that will have your taste buds singing with delight. This moist and tender cake is bursting with the rich aroma and sweetness of ripe bananas, creating a heavenly dessert experience that's perfect for any occasion. Whether you're baking for a special celebration, a family gathering, or simply craving a comforting treat, this banana cake is guaranteed to impress and satisfy.
Crafted with care and perfected over time, our Best-Ever Banana Cake recipe is a testament to the art of baking. Each bite reveals a harmonious blend of flavors and a velvety texture that melts in your mouth, leaving you craving for more. Topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting or a sprinkle of powdered sugar, this cake is sure to steal the spotlight on any dessert table. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, our Best-Ever Banana Cake recipe is a must-try for anyone who loves the classic combination of bananas and cake. Treat yourself to a slice of perfection and experience the magic of homemade baking at its finest.
Ingredients
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¾ cup margarine, softened
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1½ cups sugar
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2 eggs
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1 cup mashed ripe bananas.
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1 tsp. baking soda
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1 tsp. baking powder
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1 tsp. vanilla extract
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2 cups flour
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½ cup apple juice or orange juice
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½ cup chopped pecans
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1 cup shredded coconut
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1 egg yolk
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½ cup margarine, softened
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½ tsp. coconut extract
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½ tsp. vanilla extract
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2 cups confectioners' sugar
CREAMY FROSTING
Directions
Preheat oven to 350°.
Grease and flour one 9x I3-inch or two 9-inch cake pans.
In a large mixer bowl, cream margarine and sugar. Add eggs one at a time, beating after each addition until light and fluffy. Add mashed bananas and beat 2 minutes, then add baking soda, baking powder, and vanilla. Add flour alternately with liquid, beginning and ending with our flour. Fold in pecans and coconut and mix well.
Pour into greased and floured pan or pans. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes for 9-inch cake pans, or I hour for 9x 13-inch cake pan. Cool and frost, if desired.
CREAMY FROSTING
Combine all ingredients in mixing bowl and beat until light and fluffy.
In order to frost and fill two-layer cake, frosting recipe should be doubled.
Recipe Note
USE: 9x 13-inch cake pan or 2 9-inch cake pans
YIELDS: I sheet or layer cake