Easy Banana Cake: Family Heirloom Recipe
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No matter how many times we bake together, it never ceases to be fun. I love that both of my children enjoy the kitchen and want to learn. And I’m learning that it’s totally worth the extra time and stickiness to have the help of the Princess Chef and her brother; these are memories far sweeter than any confection we cook up.
Today’s recipe is a favorite from my childhood. My grandmother (“Mama”) always made this BANANA CAKE and her homemade frosting for my birthday; nothing tastes better on a hot summer day!
Apparently my little ones agree with me, as they wanted one for our New Years Eve Family PJ Party. I hope if you try it, you’ll enjoy it as we did…especially if you have awesome helpers like I did! Here’s how we made it:
According to Princess Chef, the first step is the right outfit: hair up, hands cleaned, and apron on. I have to agree; not only is it practical, it’s fun to get ready together.
- 2 1/2 c flour
- 1 2/3 c sugar
- 1 1/4 tsp baking powder
- 1 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 2/3 c butter (or shortening)
- 2/3 c milk
- 1 tsp vinegar
- 1 1/2 c mashed bananas (3-5 overripe ones…depending on size)
- 2 unbeaten eggs
Mix the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt together in a large mixing bowl. Next, cream in the butter. Add your “sour milk” (the vinegar and milk mixed together). Note: buttermilk may be subbed for sour milk, but we actually think this way is the best. Next, mix in the bananas well. At the end, mix in 2 eggs that you have not already beaten.
As it’s baking, you can go ahead and whip up the frosting.
- 2 c confectioners sug
ar - 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 c soft butter (one stick)
- 1 egg yolk (we had fun learning how to separate the yolk from the whites!)
- Lastly, have your Quality Control Team make sure it’s all going to taste good 馃槈
The princess chef is adorable! 馃檪
I havent made homemade frosting in FOREVER!!! I don’t think I’ve made it at all since I’ve been married.
I really want to try this. It sounds delicious..and I’ve been really bad about letting my kids bake, because of the mess they always make in the kitchen, but if I don’t STOP and enjoy it….then they’ll never learn. After all, I am supposd to be teaching these beautiful children all of these things and the are always wanting to help me.. plus..who doesnt need some Quality Control testers!!! 馃檪
My little girl loves baking and has even taken a cake decorating class. I on the other hand cant stand to be in the kitchen, but she’s so happy when she accomplishes something that I stick it out. This recipe might actually encourage me.
I love spending time with my children teaching them ways of baking and cooking! Thank you for your visit!
~Mrs. Q
What a great cake and what a wonderful memory. Thank you for sharing and you have a very good week!
Mmmm… the most fun is licking the beaters! I have two teenage boys and they would agree! Love your pictures!
Everything tastes so much better when you have some good help in the kitchen! Looks delicious and thanks for sharing with the Hearth and Soul hop.
The pictures are great. I too live to lick the spoon and bowl!! Thanks for the recipe… I love trying new things!!!
this cake looks wonderful…and what a great day for you and your princess chef–thank you for sharing this wonderful memory with tuesday night supper club!
If I had great help in the kitchen like you do, I might bake more often. I so love a good tradition, and banana cake sounds divine. Thanks for sharing with the Hearth and Soul hop. I’m your newest follower.
Looks yummy! We are banana fans in this house! Your little girl is so sweet. Thanks for linking up..Love, Janelle