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Pecan Caramel Banana Cake

A delicious and decadent banana cake enhanced with chopped pecans and a rich caramel drizzle, perfect as a dessert or snack.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: 8 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cake/pastry flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup ripe mashed bananas (about 2–3 bananas)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup plain yogurt
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped pecans
  • For the crumb topping:
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped pecans
  • For the caramel drizzle:
  • Caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade), amount as desired

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together cake flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  5. Mix in mashed bananas and vanilla extract.
  6. Alternately add the dry ingredients and yogurt to the banana mixture, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
  7. Fold in the chopped pecans gently.
  8. Prepare the crumb topping by combining brown sugar, all-purpose flour, softened butter, and chopped pecans until crumbly.
  9. Pour batter into the prepared pan and sprinkle the crumb topping evenly over the batter.
  10. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  11. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  12. Drizzle caramel sauce over the cooled cake before serving.

Notes

Use very ripe bananas for the best flavor and moisture. The crumb topping adds a delightful texture contrast. For a richer caramel flavor, consider making homemade caramel sauce.

  • Author: Sophie Lane
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Method: Dessert
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 35
  • Sodium: 220
  • Fat: 20
  • Saturated Fat: 10
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 55
  • Fiber: 3
  • Protein: 5
  • Cholesterol: 65