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MOIST Banana Cake with Oil

Deliciously Moist Banana Cake with Oil for Easy Perfection

This MOIST Banana Cake with Oil is a butter-free dessert that's simple to make and deliciously satisfying.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 230
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 cup ripe bananas overripe for maximum sweetness
  • 3 large eggs provides structure
  • 1 cup vegetable oil keeps cake moist
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract for flavor depth
  • 1 cup granulated sugar can substitute with brown sugar
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour whole wheat is a healthy alternative
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder for rise
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda works with bananas for leavening
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt balances sweetness
For the Frosting
  • 1 batch cream cheese frosting tangy option for topping

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Mixing Bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, mash the bananas and then add eggs, oil, and vanilla. Whisk until combined.
  3. In another bowl, sift flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt together.
  4. Gently fold the dry mixture into the wet mixture until just combined.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly. Bake for 30-35 minutes.
  6. Allow the cake to cool for 10 minutes in the pan then cool completely on a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use very ripe bananas for best results; consider adding spices for extra flavor such as cinnamon or nutmeg.

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