Recipe
Colombian Banana Cake
Tropical Delight: Colombian Banana Cake with a Twist
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Indulge in the flavors of Colombian cuisine with this delightful recipe for Colombian Banana Cake. This moist and flavorful cake showcases the tropical essence of ripe bananas, combined with a unique twist that will leave your taste buds craving for more.
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Preparation time
20 minutes
Cooking time
35-40 minutes
Total time
1 hour
Yields
8 servings
Preparation difficulty
Easy
Suitable for
Vegetarian, Nut-free, Soy-free, Peanut-free, Lactose-free (if using a dairy-free cream cheese frosting)
Allergens
Wheat, Eggs, Dairy (if using a cream cheese frosting)
Not suitable for
Vegan, Gluten-free, Keto, Paleo, Dairy-free (unless using a dairy-free cream cheese frosting)
Ingredients
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2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
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1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon salt
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1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened
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1 cup (200g) granulated sugar 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
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2 large eggs 2 large eggs
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3 ripe bananas, mashed 3 ripe bananas, mashed
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1/2 cup (120ml) buttermilk 1/2 cup (120ml) buttermilk
Nutrition
- Calories (kcal / KJ): 320 kcal / 1340 KJ
- Fat (total, saturated): 12g, 7g
- Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 50g, 30g
- Protein: 4g
- Fiber: 2g
- Salt: 0.4g
Preparation
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1.Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
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2.In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.
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3.In a separate large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
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4.Beat in the eggs, one at a time, until well incorporated. Stir in the mashed bananas and vanilla extract.
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5.Gradually add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture, alternating with the buttermilk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
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6.Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
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7.Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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8.Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
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9.Once the cake has cooled, frost it with cream cheese frosting and decorate as desired.
Treat your ingredients with care...
- Ripe bananas — Use bananas that are fully ripe with brown spots on the skin. They will provide the best flavor and sweetness to the cake.
Tips & Tricks
- For an extra burst of flavor, add a handful of chopped walnuts or pecans to the cake batter.
- Make sure to fully cool the cake before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting.
- If you don't have buttermilk, you can make a substitute by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1/2 cup of milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes.
Serving advice
Serve the Colombian Banana Cake as a delightful dessert after a Colombian-inspired meal. It pairs well with a cup of coffee or tea.
Presentation advice
To enhance the presentation, you can garnish the cake with banana slices, a sprinkle of cinnamon, or a dusting of powdered sugar.
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