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Banana Crumb Cake

Banana Crumb Cake – A Comforting Classic

  • Author: Crystal
  • Total Time: 45
  • Yield: 9x13 inch cake (12 servings) 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Banana Crumb Cake is the perfect treat for any occasion! Moist, tender, and bursting with banana flavor, it’s topped with a buttery, cinnamon-spiced crumb that takes it to the next level. It’s a simple recipe that delivers incredible results, making it a family favorite. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a delightful dessert, this cake will quickly disappear! Enjoy a slice of sunshine with every bite.

Ingredients

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  • ¾ cup all purpose flour
  • ¾ cup light brown sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
  • 1–⅓ cups all purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup mashed very ripe bananas (about 3 bananas)
  • ⅓ cup sour cream
  • ¾ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tablespoon half and half or milk
  • ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the crumb topping ingredients: ¾ cup flour, ¾ cup brown sugar, ¼ tsp salt, melted butter, and cinnamon (if using). Mix with a fork until crumbly. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together 1-⅓ cups flour, baking soda, ¼ tsp salt, and ½ tsp cinnamon.
  4. In a separate bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
  5. Add the mashed bananas and sour cream to the wet ingredients and mix well.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and sprinkle evenly with the crumb topping.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let cool completely before frosting.
  10. To make the icing, whisk together powdered sugar, half and half (or milk), and vanilla extract until smooth.
  11. Spread the icing over the cooled cake and enjoy!

Notes

For extra banana flavor, use very ripe bananas – the spottier, the better! You can substitute the sour cream with plain yogurt. To store, keep the cake covered at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to a week. A sprinkle of chopped walnuts or pecans in the crumb topping adds a lovely texture.

  • Prep Time: 15
  • Cook Time: 30
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 25g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg

Keywords: banana cake, crumb cake, dessert, baking, easy recipe, comfort food, banana bread

Find it online: https://crystalrecipes.com/banana-crumb-cake/