Banana Cake to Take

Health score
1%
Banana Cake to Take
55 min.
16
222kcal

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Are you looking for a delightful dessert that combines the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with a hint of warm spices? Look no further than this scrumptious Banana Cake to Take! Perfect for gatherings, potlucks, or simply as a sweet treat to enjoy at home, this cake is sure to impress your family and friends.

With its moist texture and rich flavor, this cake is made using simple ingredients that you likely already have in your pantry. The combination of mashed bananas, buttermilk, and a touch of vegetable oil creates a tender crumb that melts in your mouth. The addition of oats not only enhances the cake's heartiness but also adds a delightful chewiness that complements the soft banana flavor.

What sets this recipe apart is the warm spices—cinnamon and cloves—that elevate the taste profile, making each bite a cozy experience. And for those who love a little crunch, the chopped nuts provide a satisfying contrast to the cake's softness, while the raisins add bursts of sweetness throughout.

Ready in just 55 minutes and yielding 16 generous servings, this Banana Cake is not only delicious but also a guilt-free indulgence at only 222 calories per slice. Whether you choose to dust it with powdered sugar for a touch of elegance or enjoy it plain, this cake is bound to become a favorite in your dessert repertoire. So gather your ingredients and get ready to bake a cake that everyone will love!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon double-acting baking powder 
  • teaspoons baking soda 
  • 1.5 cups banana very ripe mashed (4 medium)
  • 0.7 cup buttermilk 
  • 1.5 cups cake flour 
  •  eggs 
  • 0.8 cup granulated sugar 
  • 1.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon 
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cloves 
  • 0.7 cup nuts chopped
  • cup rolled oats 
  • 16 servings powdered sugar 
  • 0.7 cup raisins 
  • teaspoon vanilla 
  • 0.7 cup vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • toothpicks

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350F. Spray rectangular pan, 13x9x2 inches, with cooking spray.
  2. Beat egg, oil, buttermilk, bananas, granulated sugar and vanilla in large bowl. Stir in flour, oats, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon and cloves. Stir in nuts and raisins.
  3. Pour into pan.
  4. Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean; cool.
  5. Sprinkle with powdered sugar.

Nutrition Facts

Calories222kcal
Protein7.13%
Fat24.06%
Carbs68.81%

Properties

Glycemic Index
28.02
Glycemic Load
17.83
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
5.3060869522717%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.86mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:222.44kcal
11.12%
Fat:6.14g
9.45%
Saturated Fat:1.08g
6.76%
Carbohydrates:39.52g
13.17%
Net Carbohydrates:37.29g
13.56%
Sugar:19.52g
21.69%
Cholesterol:11.33mg
3.78%
Sodium:181.26mg
7.88%
Alcohol:0.09g
100%
Alcohol %:0.13%
100%
Protein:4.1g
8.19%
Manganese:0.52mg
25.99%
Selenium:7.62µg
10.89%
Fiber:2.23g
8.92%
Phosphorus:85.49mg
8.55%
Copper:0.15mg
7.69%
Magnesium:30.73mg
7.68%
Potassium:185.58mg
5.3%
Vitamin B6:0.1mg
4.95%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.8%
Iron:0.85mg
4.71%
Zinc:0.62mg
4.16%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
4.12%
Calcium:41.19mg
4.12%
Vitamin K:3.73µg
3.56%
Folate:13.3µg
3.33%
Vitamin B3:0.63mg
3.16%
Vitamin B5:0.31mg
3.11%
Vitamin C:1.58mg
1.92%
Vitamin E:0.28mg
1.84%
Vitamin D:0.19µg
1.23%
Vitamin B12:0.07µg
1.17%