Description
An indulgent treat combining rich flavors of caramel, bananas, and pecans, perfect for special occasions or a cozy afternoon.
Ingredients
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- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups mashed ripe bananas (about 3 bananas)
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce, plus extra for drizzling
- 1 cup banana slices (for garnish)
- Extra pecans (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 8-inch round cake pans.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Mix in mashed bananas and sour cream until combined.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing until just incorporated.
- Fold in chopped pecans.
- Divide batter evenly between prepared cake pans and smooth the tops.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let cakes cool for 10 minutes in the pans, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- To assemble, place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread with caramel sauce. Repeat with the second layer.
- Place the third layer on top, drizzle with additional caramel sauce, and garnish with banana slices and extra pecans.
- Slice and serve!
Notes
Ensure your bananas are ripe for the best flavor. You can adjust the amount of caramel sauce depending on your sweetness preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: cake, dessert, caramel, banana, pecan