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

Prep Time
10min
Cook Time
30min
Total Time
40min
Banana Walnut Cake recipe

Ingredients

8 Servings
(1 serving = 1 slice)

Cake Ingredients

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

How to make Banana Walnut Cake

Preparation

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

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

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

Cooking

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

  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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