Banana Caramel Cake

 

 

 

Ingredients:

For the cake:

• 2 ripe bananas, mashed
• 1/2 cup of unsalted butter, at room temperature
• 1 cup of granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 2 cups of all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon of baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon of salt
• 1/2 cup of buttermilk

For the caramel:

• 1 cup of granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup of heavy cream
• 1/4 cup of unsalted butter
• 1/2 teaspoon of salt

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
2. Grease a 9-inch cake pan and set aside.
3. In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add the mashed bananas and mix until well combined.
5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
6. Add the flour mixture to the banana mixture in three parts, alternating with the buttermilk, and mix until well combined.
7. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. While the cake is baking, make the caramel. In a saucepan, melt the sugar over medium heat until it turns into a deep amber color.
9. Add the heavy cream, butter, and salt to the saucepan and whisk until well combined.
10. Remove the saucepan from heat and let the caramel cool to room temperature.
11. Once the cake has cooled, pour the caramel over the top of the cake, allowing it to drip down the sides.
12. Serve the cake at room temperature, garnished with sliced bananas and whipped cream.

Enjoy your delicious banana caramel cake!