Get ready to transform your ordinary baking routine into a mouthwatering adventure with the most decadent Caramel Glazed Banana Bundt Cake you'll ever taste! Imagine a cake so moist, so richly flavored, that it'll make your taste buds dance with pure delight. This isn't just another banana cake - this is a show-stopping dessert that combines the comforting sweetness of ripe bananas with the luxurious richness of caramel, creating a dessert that's guaranteed to become your new obsession.
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 50 mins
Total Time: 1 hrs 10 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 10 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups mashed ripe bananas
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup caramel sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Thoroughly grease and flour a 10-inch bundt pan, ensuring all crevices are well-coated to prevent sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy, using an electric mixer on medium speed for about 3-4 minutes.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in vanilla extract and mashed ripe bananas, stirring until completely incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to ensure even distribution of leavening agents.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, which can result in a dense cake.
- Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan, spreading evenly with a spatula and smoothing the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean with just a few moist crumbs.
- Remove from oven and let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before carefully inverting onto a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, drizzle generously with caramel sauce, allowing it to cascade down the sides of the bundt cake.
- For best flavor, let the cake sit for 30 minutes after glazing to allow the caramel to set and flavors to meld.
- Slice and serve at room temperature. Optional: Garnish with additional caramel sauce or a sprinkle of sea salt for extra flavor.
Tips
- Use overripe bananas for maximum sweetness and moisture - those brown spots are your secret weapon for an incredibly soft cake.
- Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature before mixing to ensure a smooth, even batter and optimal cake texture.
- When mixing dry and wet ingredients, fold gently and stop as soon as ingredients are combined to prevent a tough cake.
- Check your cake's doneness by inserting a toothpick - a few moist crumbs are perfect, but no wet batter should remain.
- Allow the cake to cool completely before glazing to prevent the caramel from becoming too runny and losing its beautiful drizzle effect.
- For an extra flavor boost, consider adding a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the batter, or sprinkle some sea salt over the caramel glaze.
- Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for extended freshness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 380kcal
Carbohydrates: 62g
Protein: 5g
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Cholesterol: 85mg
