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Banana Crumb Cake

Irresistibly Moist Banana Crumb Cake You Can't Resist

This Banana Crumb Cake is a delightful treat, perfect for breakfast or dessert, featuring sweet bananas and a crunchy crumb topping.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Sift for a lighter texture.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder Check expiration date.
  • ½ teaspoon salt Balances sweetness.
  • 3-4 pieces very ripe bananas Provides natural sweetness and moisture.
  • ½ cup room temperature butter Avoid margarine for best flavor.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Reduce by ¼ cup for a less sweet version.
  • 2 pieces eggs Binds the ingredients.
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Use pure vanilla.
  • ½ cup milk Adds moisture.
For the Crumb Topping
  • ½ cup cold butter Cubed for crunch.
  • 1 cup light brown sugar Enhances the crumble.
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon Adds warmth.
  • 1 teaspoon nutmeg Complements banana flavor.
For the Cream Cheese Glaze
  • 4 ounces cream cheese Softened for easy mixing.
  • 1 cup powdered sugar Sift for a smooth finish.
  • 1-2 tablespoons milk Adjust for desired thickness.

Equipment

  • 9 x 13 inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • pastry cutter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9 x 13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, and ½ teaspoon of salt.
  3. In a large bowl, mash 3-4 very ripe bananas until smooth, then beat in ½ cup of room temperature butter.
  4. Add 1 cup of granulated sugar, 2 eggs, and 2 teaspoons of pure vanilla extract to the banana mixture and mix until combined.
  5. Gradually stir in the dry ingredient mixture and ½ cup of milk alternately until just combined.
  6. Combine ½ cup of cold, cubed butter with 1 cup of light brown sugar, 1 cup of flour, and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon until crumbly.
  7. Pour half of the cake batter into the prepared baking dish and sprinkle half of the crumb mixture over it.
  8. Layer with the remaining batter and crumb topping, then bake for 45-55 minutes.
  9. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then prepare the cream cheese glaze.
  10. Drizzle the cream cheese mixture over the cooled cake and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure to use very ripe bananas and mix until just combined to avoid a dense cake.

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