Ultimate Homemade Banana Cake Recipe

A moist, fluffy, and irresistibly delicious banana cake that will become your family's favorite!

Preparation Time

20 minutes

Cooking Time

45 minutes

Total Time

1 hour 5 minutes

Servings

12 slices

Ingredients

  • 3 large ripe bananas (mashed)
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • ¾ cup butter (softened)
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2½ teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon salt
Neatly arranged baking ingredients including ripe bananas, flour, sugar, eggs, and butter on a marble counter

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Preparation

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan. Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature.

Greased and floured baking pan next to a preheated oven

Step 2: Mash the Bananas

In a medium bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. The riper the bananas, the sweeter and more flavorful your cake will be.

Perfectly mashed ripe bananas in a white bowl

Step 3: Mix Dry Ingredients

In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

Whisked dry ingredients in a large mixing bowl

Step 4: Cream Butter and Sugar

In a separate large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).

Creamed butter and sugar mixture in an electric mixer

Nutritional Information (per slice)

NutrientAmount
Calories320
Total Fat12g
Saturated Fat7g
Cholesterol65mg
Sodium280mg
Total Carbohydrates51g
Dietary Fiber1g
Sugars32g
Protein4g

Tips for Beginners

  • Use very ripe bananas - they should be brown and spotty for the best flavor
  • Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before starting
  • Don't overmix the batter - this can make the cake tough
  • Test for doneness with a toothpick inserted into the center
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting
  • Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days