Description
Banana Cake with Fresh Banana Curd is a delightful treat that captures the essence of ripe bananas in every bite. This moist cake, paired with a luscious banana curd, creates a perfect harmony of flavors that will leave your taste buds dancing. Whether for a special occasion or a cozy afternoon snack, this recipe is sure to impress friends and family alike. Easy to make and incredibly satisfying, it’s the ultimate indulgence for banana lovers!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ripe bananas (mashed)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a large bowl, mash the bananas until smooth but slightly chunky.
- Add melted butter and sugars; mix until light and fluffy.
- Incorporate eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk flour and baking powder together. Gradually fold into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- For the banana curd: Combine mashed bananas, lemon juice, and heavy cream in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir continuously until thickened (about 5-7 minutes).
- Let the cake cool completely before spreading the banana curd on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg