Ingredients
**Caramelized Bananas**
2 ripe bananas, sliced
1 tbsp butter
1 tbsp brown sugar
**Cake Batter**
2 large eggs
3/4 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup applesauce or yogurt
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp nutmeg
1/4 tsp ground ginger
1 cup finely shredded carrots
1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8×8-inch pan.
2. In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter and brown sugar. Add banana slices and cook until soft and golden, about 4–5 minutes. Mash and let cool.
3. In a mixing bowl, beat eggs, sugars, oil, applesauce, and vanilla until smooth.
4. Add mashed bananas and mix well.
5. In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and spices.
6. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture. Stir until just combined.
7. Fold in shredded carrots and nuts (if using).
8. Pour into prepared pan and smooth the top.
9. Bake for 35–40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
10. Cool in pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
This cake stays moist for days — even better the next day.
Top with cream cheese frosting or a dusting of powdered sugar for a finishing touch.
Caramelizing the bananas adds depth and natural sweetness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Snack, Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
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