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The Best Moist Banana Walnut Cake Recipe

This recipe guides you through making a delightfully moist banana walnut cake, perfect for any occasion. Featuring ripe bananas and crunchy walnuts, it promises a rich flavor and tender crumb.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time55 minutes
Total Time1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Author: The Bright Food

Equipment

  • Oven
  • 9-10 inch Bundt pan
  • Large bowl
  • Separate bowl
  • Whisk
  • Mixer
  • Toothpick

Ingredients

Cake

  • 3 cups all-purpose Flour
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Soda
  • ½ Teaspoon Salt
  • 2 Teaspoons Ground Cinnamon
  • 3 medium Size Eggs
  • 2 Teaspoons Vanilla
  • 1 cup Unsalted butter softened
  • ¾ cup Sugar add another ¼ cup of sugar for added sweetness
  • 1 cup Yogurt
  • 4 Medium-sized Ripe Bananas smashed
  • 1 cup Chopped Walnuts

Instructions

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9-10 inch bundt pan by greasing it thoroughly.
  • In a large bowl, combine and whisk the dry ingredients: flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
  • In a separate bowl, beat the eggs until fluffy, then incorporate vanilla, sugar, and softened butter until the mixture is smooth.
  • Gradually pour the wet mixture into the bowl of dry ingredients and mix until everything is well combined.
  • Add the yogurt and mashed bananas to the batter, mixing thoroughly until evenly distributed.
  • Gently fold in the chopped walnuts into the batter.
  • Transfer the finished batter into the prepared bundt pan and bake for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Notes

For an even richer flavor, ensure your bananas are very ripe with plenty of brown spots. This cake tastes even better the next day!