Banana-Cinnamon Cake

Health score
1%
Banana-Cinnamon Cake
200 min.
16
259kcal

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Indulge your senses with our delightful Banana-Cinnamon Cake, a perfect dessert that combines the rich flavors of ripe bananas and warm cinnamon. This cake is not just a treat for your taste buds; it’s a celebration of comfort and nostalgia, reminiscent of cozy afternoons spent in the kitchen. With a moist texture and a hint of sweetness, this cake is sure to become a favorite among family and friends.

What makes this recipe truly special is its simplicity. Using a box of Betty Super Yellow Cake Mix as a base, you can whip up this delicious dessert in no time. The addition of mashed bananas not only enhances the flavor but also adds a natural sweetness that pairs beautifully with the warm notes of cinnamon. And let’s not forget the crunchy walnuts that provide a delightful contrast to the soft cake.

Whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply looking to satisfy your sweet tooth, this Banana-Cinnamon Cake is the perfect choice. It serves 16, making it ideal for sharing, and with only 259 calories per slice, you can enjoy a piece without the guilt. Top it off with a drizzle of creamy frosting for an extra touch of indulgence. So, preheat your oven and get ready to create a dessert that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • box cake mix yellow
  • 0.5 cup water 
  • cup banana very ripe mashed (2 medium)
  • 0.5 cup butter softened
  • teaspoons ground cinnamon 
  •  eggs 
  • 0.5 cup walnut pieces chopped
  • 0.5 cup cream cheese frosting 
  • teaspoons milk 
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground cinnamon 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • hand mixer
  • toothpicks
  • cake form

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pan). Grease and lightly flour 12-cup fluted tube cake pan, or spray with cooking spray.
  2. In large bowl, beat cake mix, water, bananas, butter, cinnamon and eggs with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds, then on medium speed 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally. Stir in walnuts.
  3. Pour into pan.
  4. Bake 47 to 57 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pan 10 minutes. Turn pan upside down onto cooling rack or heatproof serving plate; remove pan. Cool completely, about 2 hours. In small bowl, stir glaze ingredients until thin enough to drizzle.
  5. Drizzle over cake. Store loosely covered.

Nutrition Facts

Calories259kcal
Protein4.54%
Fat39.75%
Carbs55.71%

Properties

Glycemic Index
7.67
Glycemic Load
1.1
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
4.8921738759331%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.1mg
Catechin
0.57mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:259.13kcal
12.96%
Fat:11.67g
17.95%
Saturated Fat:2.7g
16.85%
Carbohydrates:36.8g
12.27%
Net Carbohydrates:35.77g
13.01%
Sugar:22.05g
24.49%
Cholesterol:30.76mg
10.26%
Sodium:334.94mg
14.56%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3g
6%
Phosphorus:133.98mg
13.4%
Manganese:0.26mg
13.23%
Calcium:83.11mg
8.31%
Folate:31.4µg
7.85%
Vitamin B2:0.13mg
7.58%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
6.3%
Vitamin A:306.87IU
6.14%
Selenium:3.85µg
5.5%
Iron:0.99mg
5.49%
Copper:0.1mg
4.95%
Vitamin B6:0.09mg
4.72%
Vitamin B3:0.86mg
4.32%
Vitamin E:0.65mg
4.3%
Fiber:1.03g
4.1%
Magnesium:13.27mg
3.32%
Vitamin B5:0.31mg
3.06%
Potassium:85.11mg
2.43%
Zinc:0.33mg
2.21%
Vitamin B12:0.12µg
1.94%
Vitamin D:0.17µg
1.15%
Vitamin K:1.2µg
1.14%
Vitamin C:0.89mg
1.08%