Banana Cake (torta De Banana)

This Banana Cake, known as Torta de Banana in Montevideo, is a delicious and moist dessert that is perfect for any occasion. Made with ripe bananas, this cake is a wonderful way to use up any overripe fruit and satisfy your sweet tooth.

Vegetarian Dessert Montevideo Banana Cake Torta De Banana Cake
Banana Cake (torta De Banana)

Ingredients

  • 3 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1/3 cup melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • Pinch of salt
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth.
  3. Stir in the melted butter into the mashed bananas.
  4. Add the baking soda and salt. Stir in the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract.
  5. Mix in the flour until just incorporated.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
  7. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
40 minutes
Total time:
55 minutes
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Carbohydrates
35g
Protein
3g
Fat
11g

Supplies

9x5 inch loaf pan Mixing bowl Wire rack

Tools

Oven Mixing spoon Fork

Serving suggestions

Serve the Banana Cake with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delightful dessert.

Tips & tricks

For an extra special touch, sprinkle some cinnamon on top of the cake before baking for a warm and fragrant flavor.

Cost

$5