Banana Bread Snack Cake
When life gives you ripe bananas, it's time to bake something delicious! This banana snack cake combines the flavors of classic banana bread with the convenience of a snackable cake. Soft, moist, and topped with a sweet, sugary crust, this easy recipe is perfect for afternoon treats, lunchboxes, or even a casual dessert.
Servings: 8 -10 servings
Calories: 448kcal
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup 1 stick butter, melted and cooled
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 eggs beaten
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 4-5 very ripe bananas mashed
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans optional
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray an 8 or 9-inch square baking pan with nonstick baking spray or line with parchment paper.
- With an electric mixer, beat together the 1/2 cup 1 stick butter, melted and cooled, 1 cup packed brown sugar, 2 eggs, and 2 teaspoons vanilla extract until well blended. Mix in the 4-5 very ripe bananas (mashed) until combined.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir until just combined. Stir in the 1/2 cup chopped pecans, if using.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Sprinkle the 1/4 cup granulated sugar evenly over the top.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean when inserted into the center. Let the bread cool slightly in the pan on a rack. Cut into squares to serve.
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Nutrition
Calories: 448kcal | Carbohydrates: 69g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 71mg | Sodium: 398mg | Potassium: 325mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 41g | Vitamin A: 456IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 44mg | Iron: 2mg