If you love moist banana cake and the rich, buttery taste of salted caramel, then this Salted Caramel Banana Cake is about to become your new favorite dessert! This cake combines the sweetness of ripe bananas with a decadent salted caramel frosting, creating the ultimate treat for any occasion.
Perfect for birthdays, holidays, or a simple indulgence, this cake is soft, fluffy, and packed with banana flavor, topped with a smooth, buttery salted caramel frosting that takes it to the next level. If you’ve never tried banana cake with caramel, get ready for a delicious surprise!
Why You’ll Love This Cake
✔ Moist & Flavorful – The bananas keep it super soft and naturally sweet.
✔ Homemade Salted Caramel – No store-bought caramel needed!
✔ Perfect for Any Occasion – Ideal for parties, gatherings, or a cozy weekend treat.
✔ Easy to Make – Simple ingredients and step-by-step instructions.
Ingredients (Serves 12-14)
For the Banana Cake:
- Ripe bananas (mashed) – 300g (about 3 large bananas)
- All-purpose flour – 250g (2 cups)
- Granulated sugar – 200g (1 cup)
- Brown sugar – 100g (½ cup)
- Unsalted butter (softened) – 115g (½ cup)
- Eggs – 2 large
- Greek yogurt (or sour cream) – 120g (½ cup)
- Baking soda – 1 tsp
- Baking powder – ½ tsp
- Cinnamon – 1 tsp
- Salt – ½ tsp
- Vanilla extract – 1 tsp
For the Salted Caramel Sauce:
- Granulated sugar – 200g (1 cup)
- Unsalted butter – 90g (6 tbsp)
- Heavy cream – 120ml (½ cup)
- Salt – ½ tsp
For the Caramel Frosting:
- Unsalted butter (softened) – 115g (½ cup)
- Powdered sugar – 240g (2 cups)
- Salted caramel sauce – 60ml (¼ cup)
- Heavy cream – 30ml (2 tbsp)
Instructions
Step 1: Make the Banana Cake
- Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease and line a 9-inch round cake pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.
- In another bowl, beat the butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well.
- Mix in the mashed bananas, yogurt, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually fold in the dry ingredients, mixing just until combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool completely before frosting.
Step 2: Make the Salted Caramel Sauce
- In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, melt the sugar over medium heat, stirring constantly until fully dissolved.
- Once the sugar turns golden brown, carefully add the butter and whisk until melted.
- Slowly pour in the heavy cream, whisking continuously. The mixture will bubble—keep stirring until smooth.
- Stir in the salt, then remove from heat and let it cool.
Step 3: Make the Caramel Frosting
- In a bowl, beat the butter until creamy.
- Add the powdered sugar, mixing until smooth.
- Pour in ¼ cup of salted caramel sauce and 2 tbsp of heavy cream, then beat until fluffy.
Step 4: Assemble the Cake
- Spread the caramel frosting evenly over the cooled cake.
- Drizzle extra salted caramel sauce on top.
- Garnish with a pinch of flaky sea salt or chopped nuts (optional).
Nutritional Information (Per Slice)
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Protein: 5g
- Fat: 18g
- Sugar: 35g
(Nutritional values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients used.)
Tips & Tricks for the Best Banana Cake
???? Use Very Ripe Bananas – The riper the bananas, the sweeter and more flavorful your cake will be.
???? Room Temperature Ingredients – Butter, eggs, and yogurt should be at room temperature for a smooth batter.
???? Don’t Overmix the Batter – Mix just until combined to keep the cake soft.
❄ Let the Cake Cool – Frosting a warm cake will melt the frosting!
???? Make it a Layer Cake – Double the recipe and make two layers with caramel frosting in between.
Storage & Freezing Instructions
???? Refrigeration: Store the cake in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
❄ Freezing: Freeze unfrosted cake layers wrapped in plastic wrap for up to 2 months. Thaw before frosting.
Serving Ideas
☕ With Coffee or Tea – The perfect afternoon treat!
???? With Ice Cream – Serve warm slices with vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence.
???? Add a Crunch – Sprinkle chopped pecans or walnuts on top.
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