Description
This Banana Wafer Cake is a delightful fusion of moist banana-flavored cake and the nostalgic crunch of vanilla wafers. With ripe bananas adding natural sweetness and crushed wafers providing a unique texture, this cake is both comforting and indulgent. Perfect for any occasion, it’s sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/3 cups granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup butter, room temperature
- 5 large eggs
- 2 large ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 (11 oz) box vanilla wafers, finely crushed
- 1 cup pecans, roughly chopped
Instructions
- Preheat & Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Thoroughly grease and flour a 10-inch bundt pan to prevent sticking.
- Cream Butter & Sugar: In a large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add Eggs & Bananas: Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next. Stir in the mashed bananas until well combined.
- Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gently fold in the crushed vanilla wafers and chopped pecans until evenly distributed.
- Transfer & Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan, smoothing the top. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool & Serve: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes. Then, run a knife around the edges to loosen and invert onto a serving plate. Let it cool completely before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Ensure bananas are overripe for optimal sweetness and moisture.
- Finely crushing the wafers ensures an even texture throughout the cake.
- For added flavor, consider toasting the pecans before adding them to the batter.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 slice (1/12 of the cake)
- Calories: Approximately 323 kcal
- Sugar: 42.66g
- Sodium: 285mg
- Fat: 7.85g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 61.06g
- Fiber: 1.4g
- Protein: 3.74g