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Banana Crumb Cake

A moist, tender banana cake topped with a buttery, golden crumb topping. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon treat.

Total time
45 min
Servings
8
Calories
280
Protein
4g
Banana Crumb Cake
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Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup brown sugar
  • ½ cup butter
  • 2 large bananas
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9-inch round cake pan or line with parchment paper.

  2. 2

    In a bowl, mix 1 cup flour, 1/2 cup brown sugar, and 1/4 cup cold butter with your fingers until crumbly. Set aside for topping.

  3. 3

    In another bowl, mash the 2 bananas. Stir in the egg, remaining 1/4 cup butter (melted), remaining 1/4 cup brown sugar, and 1 teaspoon vanilla until smooth.

  4. 4

    Stir in the remaining 1/2 cup flour and 1 teaspoon baking soda until just combined—do not overmix.

  5. 5

    Pour batter into the prepared pan. Sprinkle the crumb topping evenly over the top.

  6. 6

    Bake for 30-35 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean and the top is golden brown.

  7. 7

    Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then slice and serve warm or at room temperature.

Tools you’ll need

  • 9-inch round cake pan
  • mixing bowls
  • fork or potato masher
  • measuring cups and spoons
  • toothpick

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