Banana Cake 🍌

Sure! Here's a simple and straightforward banana cake recipe:

Simple Banana Cake Recipe

Ingredients:

-1 1/2 cups all purpose flour

- 1 teaspoon baking soda

- 1/4 teaspoon salt

- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

- 1 cup granulated sugar

- 2 large eggs

- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

- 1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2-3 bananas)

- 1/2 cup sour cream or plain yogurt

 Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x9 inch baking pan.

2. Mix the dry ingredients:

   - In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

3. Cream the butter and sugar:

   - In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.

4. Add the eggs and vanilla:

   - Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.

5. Combine the bananas and sour cream:

   - In another bowl, mix the mashed bananas with the sour cream or yogurt.

6. Combine all ingredients:

   - Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with the banana mixture, starting and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.

7. Bake the cake:

   - Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

8. Cool and serve:

   - Let the cake cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Once cooled, slice and enjoy!

This banana cake is moist, flavorful, and perfect for a quick dessert or snack. Enjoy!