Banana Cake Recipe

Ingredients

• • 3 eggs
  • 100 grams of sugar

• • A pinch of salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla essence
  • 200 ml milk (1 glass)

• • 80 grams of sunflower oil (2/5 glass)
  • 300 grams of flour (2 glasses)
  • 10 grams of baking powder (1 tablespoon)

• • Butter (for greasing)
  • 2 tablespoons of sugar
  • 2-3 bananas

Directions

Prepare the Batter:

1. 1. Whisk Eggs and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 3 eggs, 100 grams of sugar, and a pinch of salt until the mixture is light and fluffy.
   2. Add Wet Ingredients: Add 1 teaspoon of vanilla essence, 200 ml of milk, and 80 grams of sunflower oil to the egg mixture. Mix until well combined.
   3. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together 300 grams of flour and 10 grams of baking powder. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.

Prepare the Bananas:

4. Slice Bananas: Peel and slice 2-3 bananas.

Assemble and Bake:

5. 5. Prepare the Baking Dish: Grease a baking dish with butter. Pour half of the batter into the prepared dish.
   6. Add Bananas: Arrange the banana slices evenly over the batter.

5. 5. Add Remaining Batter: Pour the remaining batter over the bananas, spreading it evenly.
   6. Sprinkle Sugar: Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of sugar over the top of the batter for a sweet, crunchy crust.
   7. Bake: Preheat the oven to 180°C (356°F). Bake the cake for 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Serve:

10. Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.

Serving Suggestions

• • With Ice Cream: Serve slices of the banana cake with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
  • With Tea or Coffee: Enjoy a piece of cake with your favorite tea or coffee for a delightful treat.

Cooking Tips

• Ripe Bananas: Ensure the bananas are ripe for the best flavor and sweetness.
• Even Baking: If using a different size baking dish, adjust the baking time accordingly to ensure even cooking.

Nutritional Benefits

• • Bananas: Provide dietary fiber, vitamins B6 and C, and potassium.

• Eggs: Add high-quality protein and essential nutrients.
• Milk: Adds calcium and protein to the cake.

Dietary Information

• • Vegetarian: This recipe is suitable for vegetarians.

• Gluten-Free Option: Substitute the flour with a gluten-free flour blend to make this recipe gluten-free.

Storage Tips

• Refrigerate: Store any leftover cake in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Freeze: You can freeze the cake for up to 1 month. Thaw in the refrigerator and reheat before serving.