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Luscious Walnut Banana Caramel Cake

A moist and flavorful banana cake enriched with crunchy walnuts and topped with a luscious caramel glaze, perfect for any occasion.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 8 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts
  • For the caramel glaze:
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (for topping)

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 flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
  5. Mix in mashed bananas and buttermilk until combined.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until incorporated.
  7. Fold in 1 cup chopped walnuts.
  8. Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  9. While cake bakes, prepare caramel glaze: In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in brown sugar and heavy cream. Bring to a boil and cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
  10. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
  11. Allow cake to cool for 10 minutes, then poke holes in the top with a skewer and pour caramel glaze over the cake.
  12. Sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup chopped walnuts on top.
  13. Let cake cool completely before serving.

Notes

For best results, use very ripe bananas for natural sweetness and moisture. The caramel glaze adds a rich finish, but can be omitted for a simpler cake. Store leftovers covered at room temperature for up to 3 days.

  • Author: Sophie Lane
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 55 minutes
  • Method: Dessert
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 35
  • Sodium: 250
  • Fat: 20
  • Saturated Fat: 10
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 55
  • Fiber: 3
  • Protein: 5
  • Cholesterol: 65