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Banana Pecan Caramel Cake

Indulgent Banana Pecan Caramel Cake for Sweet Celebrations

A moist Banana Pecan Caramel Cake infused with caramel, nutty pecans, and ripe bananas, perfect for any celebration.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 410
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Batter
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Use gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder Essential for texture.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Essential for texture.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Always use to balance sweetness.
  • 1 cup unsalted butter Use vegan butter for a dairy-free version.
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar No substitutes recommended for best results.
  • 1 cup brown sugar Light or dark brown sugar is fine.
  • 3 large eggs Egg replacement: 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce per egg.
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Use pure vanilla for best flavor.
  • 1.5 cups mashed ripe bananas About 3 large bananas.
  • 1 cup buttermilk Use yogurt or a mix of milk and vinegar for a similar effect.
  • 1 cup chopped pecans Use walnuts or omit for nut-free version.
For the Caramel Frosting
  • 0.5 cups heavy cream Use coconut cream for a dairy-free version.
  • 4 cups powdered sugar Use sugar-free alternatives cautiously.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Cake Pans
  • Saucepan
  • Wire racks

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare three 9-inch round cake pans by greasing them.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Cream the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in vanilla and mashed bananas.
  5. Gradually mix dry ingredients with wet ingredients, alternating with buttermilk, then fold in chopped pecans.
  6. Divide batter among prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes. Cool for 10 minutes in pans.
  7. For frosting, melt butter, add brown sugar and heavy cream, boil for 2 minutes, then cool slightly.
  8. Beat in powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth. Adjust consistency with heavy cream if needed.
  9. Assemble layers with frosting, top with pecans, and allow frosting to set before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 410kcalCarbohydrates: 58gProtein: 4gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 210mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 35gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure bananas are very ripe for best flavor. Allow cake layers to cool completely before frosting.

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