Banana Pecan Cake is everything you want in a dessert: moist, flavorful, and delightful! This easy-to-make treat combines ripe bananas and crunchy pecans for a unique flavor.
Prep Time10 minutesmins
Cook Time50 minutesmins
Total Time1 hourhr
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Easy
Servings: 8servings
Calories: 250kcal
Equipment
Mixing Bowl
Loaf Pan
Ingredients
Ingredients
3piecesRipe BananasMashed
1cupSugar
1/2cupButterSoftened
2piecesEggs
1teaspoonVanilla Extract
1 1/2cupsAll-Purpose Flour
1teaspoonBaking Soda
1/2teaspoonSalt
1cupChopped Pecans
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan and set aside.
In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth; set aside.
In another bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Blend in the vanilla extract and mashed bananas.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture, stirring until just combined.
Gently fold in the chopped pecans.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze slices wrapped tightly in plastic wrap.