Yield: 20 slices

Banana Macadamia Nut Cake Recipe

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Slice of banana macadamia nut cake with one bite removed.
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Looking for a unique snack cake recipe? This Banana Macadamia Nut Cake is packed with crunchy macadamia nuts, sweet bananas, and topped with creamy vanilla buttercream frosting!

Ingredients

For the cake:

  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 large ripe bananas (about 1 ¼ cup mashed)
  • 1 ¾ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 cup macadamia nut pieces

For the frosting:

  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 Tablespoon whole milk
  • ⅓ cup macadamia nuts pieces

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degree F. Spray a 13x9 baking dish with baking spray. Set aside.
  2. For the cake, beat butter and sugar until creamy, about 3-5 minutes. Beat in egg and vanilla. Add in bananas, beating until smooth and mashed.
  3. Add in flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Fold in macadamia nut pieces. Pour into prepared baking dish.
  4. Bake for 23-25 minutes until toothpick poked in center comes out clean. Remove from oven and cool completely.
  5. For the frosting, beat butter, vanilla, powdered sugar, and milk for about 4-5 minutes until fluffy. Spread over cooled cake and sprinkle with macadamia nut pieces. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

  • Use our guide on how to ripen bananas in 20 minutes!
  • Test for done-ness with a toothpick. Insert it into the center of the cake after 23 minutes in the oven. If it comes out clean, the cake is done. If the toothpick comes out wet, leave the cake in the oven for another 2 minutes and check again.
  • Store covered. Cover any leftovers with plastic wrap or foil and store at room temperature. You can store it right in the pan OR transfer leftover slices of cake to an airtight container!
  • Banana Pudding Poke Cake is another delicious banana treat you must try!

    • Nutrition Information:

    Yield:

    20

    Serving Size:

    1 slice
    Amount Per Serving: Calories: 306Total Fat: 16gSaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 34mgSodium: 147mgCarbohydrates: 39gFiber: 1gSugar: 28gProtein: 2g

    *Nutrition facts are an estimate and not guaranteed to be accurate. Please see a registered dietitian for special diet advice.

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