Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup mashed ripe bananas
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan with butter or cooking spray.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract, mashed bananas, and buttermilk.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Fold in the chopped walnuts.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool completely before frosting with your favorite cream cheese frosting.
Interesting Facts
- This cake is perfect for using up ripe bananas.
- You can add other mix-ins to the cake batter such as chocolate chips, nuts, or dried fruit.
- This cake is best served the same day it’s made, but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
