Banana Almond Cake: A Delicious Treat
This delightful recipe for a moist banana cake harmoniously combines the sweetness of ripe bananas with the crunchy texture of sliced almonds. This indulgent and comforting dessert will delight both young and old with its captivating aroma, making it perfect for an afternoon snack or as a finale to a meal.
Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas
- 200g flour
- 150g sugar
- 100g butter (softened)
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 50g sliced almonds
- 1 pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a cake pan.
- In a bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one by one to the butter and sugar mixture, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the mashed bananas and vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the sliced almonds gently to distribute them throughout the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
