A delicious and moist banana walnut cake that can be made in an air fryer or oven, perfect for any occasion.

Banana Walnut Cake recipe

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Prep Time
10min
Cook Time
30min
Total Time
40min

Ingredients

8 Servings
(1 serving = 1 slice)

Cake Ingredients

  • sugar
    sugar
    1/2cup
  • vegetable oil
    vegetable oil
    1/2cup
  • egg
    egg
    1
  • vanilla essence
    vanilla essence
    1tsp
  • wheat flour
    wheat flour
    1/2cup
  • baking powder
    baking powder
    1/2tsp
  • baking soda
    baking soda
    1/4tsp
  • salt
    salt
    1pinch
  • milk
    milk
    2tbsp
  • walnuts (chopped and roasted)
    walnuts (chopped and roasted)

How to make Banana Walnut Cake

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Whisk the sugar, vegetable oil, egg, and vanilla essence together until the mixture is frothy.

  2. Step 2

    Add the wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt to the mixture and combine well.

  3. Step 3

    Fold in the chopped and roasted walnuts and milk until fully incorporated.

Cooking

  1. Step 1

    For the air fryer, preheat to 150°C for 5 minutes and then bake for 30 minutes.

  2. Step 2

    For the oven, preheat to 180°C for 10 minutes and then bake for 30-40 minutes.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

135.6kcal (6.78%)

Protein

1.3g (2.62%)

Carbs

18.3g (6.66%)

Sugars

11.3g (22.5%)

Healthy Fat

3.8g

Unhealthy Fat

0.9g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

Tips & Tricks

  1. Make sure to whisk the mixture well to incorporate air for a fluffier cake.

  2. You can substitute the walnuts with other nuts or chocolate chips if desired.

FAQS

  1. Can I use ripe bananas in this recipe?

    Yes, ripe bananas will add more sweetness and moisture to the cake.

  2. How do I store the banana walnut cake?

    Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

  3. Can I freeze the banana walnut cake?

    Yes, you can freeze the cake for up to 2 months. Just make sure to wrap it well.

  4. What can I substitute for eggs in this recipe?

    You can use a flaxseed meal or applesauce as an egg substitute.

  5. Is this cake suitable for a vegan diet?

    No, this recipe contains egg and milk, but you can modify it to be vegan by using substitutes.

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