How to Make Banana Crunch Cake - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's something irresistible about the combination of bananas and cake. The natural sweetness and creamy texture of ripe bananas add a delicious and comforting element to any baked good. And when it comes to banana cake, there's a classic recipe that has stood the test of time and continues to be a favorite for many: Banana Crunch Cake.

This delectable dessert is a wonderful way to use up overripe bananas, transforming them into a moist and flavorful cake that's perfect for any occa...

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Ingredients

  • ¾ cup rolled oats
  • ⅓ cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons chopped walnuts
  • ½ cup shortening
  • ⅔ cup white sugar
  • 1 cup mashed banana
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup oat flour
  • ¾ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Additional Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 55 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 1 - 8x8 inch pan

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour an 8x8 inch pan. Make the oat crunch topping: In a small bowl, combine the rolled oats, brown sugar, melted butter and 2 tablespoons chopped walnuts. Mix well and set aside.
  • In a large bowl, cream shortening and white sugar until light and fluffy. Blend in bananas, eggs, and vanilla. Combine the oat flour, all-purpose flour, baking soda and salt. Beat into creamed mixture. Stir in 1/2 cup chopped walnuts. Pour batter into the prepared pan. Sprinkle with the oat crunch topping.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Allow to cool.
  • Nutrition

    459 cal.

    • Total Fat: 25g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 54mg
    • Sodium: 490mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 56g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 30g
    • Protein: 7g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 39mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 252mg