There are always the odd lonely banana sat in the fruit bowl going brown and sweeter by the minute. Instead of throwing them away why not make good use of them in this tasty cake.
A heavy, moist, rich banana cake with nuggets of walnut throughout. Sometimes I even add some chocolate chips, to make it even more indulgent. Perfect for on the go or as a afternoon snack on your break or at the desk.
The versatility of this recipe means that it can be done within a loaf tin or as cupcakes perfect for a celebration !! If you never have time, this is the recipe for you its all in one method recipe means that it is quick and easy…… get the kids involved !
Ingredients List
- 1 1/2 cups of caster sugar.
- 1 1/2 cups unsalted butter.
- 2 2/3 self-raising flour
- 3 very ripe bananas.
- 3 whole eggs.
- A handful of walnuts partially crushed.
Method
- Preheat oven to gas mark 3 (150 degrees celsius).
- Line a 900g or 2lb loaf tin with greaseproof paper. alternatively prepare a cupcake tin with cupcake cases.
- Peel and mash all 3 bananas.
- Add the sugar, butter, and flour into the bowl before adding the mashed bananas and eggs.
- With an electric blender combine well.
- Finally fold in the walnuts. This is where you can add the chocolate chips.
- Add all the ingredients to the loaf tin.
- Cook for 45 minutes then turn down to gas mark 2 (130 degrees celsius) until gold and a skewer comes out clean.
- Once partially cooled remove from the loaf tin.
- Leave to cool completely or serve slightly warm, in generous slices or as a cupcake.