Want to freeze the iced cake? It is best to freeze the cake prior to icing. Wrap tightly in clingfilm and freeze for up to months. Iced cake will freeze ok too; however, the icing appearance and texture might not be quite as good after freezing.
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i think i'm doing something wrong it never comes out that good always very pale please add tips if i can improve
3
Unknown
I had two ripe bananas and didn't want to throw them out. I decided to bake a cake and take it to my brother's for supper. However, they had visitors, so I decided to slice into the cake for the taste test! You don't want to give away anything substandard do you? I think that as I am not a cake baker (being a family of one human and two pets) that having a sample was a good thing. The cake was very moist and it baked evenly, (even on the second day it was as good as the first). My only comment is that the picture appeared to be a larger looking slice, than what I served up. However, with that said, the cake was delicious and if I ever have two ripe bananas again, I will certainly make it again! The balance of the cake was delivered and was enjoyed the following day for morning tea. I note that I did not use the chocolate icing recipe as detailed with this recipe however, I did use the recipe using plain icing sugar, butter and cocoa powder and although it says that it has not been tested by the Chelsea Kitchen, it worked a real treat. So thank you for having a banana cake recipe for only two bananas with a separate chocolate icing recipe so that I didn't have to go and buy a separate bag of icing sugar. Put the two together and indeed it was a very tasty morsel. Although I was a wee bit embarrased to deliver a cake with a slice removed - that in itself brought about much laughter when I explained that I had a piece to test the cake and then another small piece was eaten for our brother who lives in England. I rate this recipe four stars and I certainly would make it again without any hesitation.
5
TheUltima369
loved it, amazing with 1 cup of chocolate chips in it
5
Serenity
I make this all the time, everyone loves it!! Whoever doesn't like it obviously isn't doing it right.
5
John
Taste more like waffles
2
Ilah
I made a 4 layered cake for my mum and sisters birthday cake and every single time it turned out the same moist and extremely delicious.
5
Hannah
There was hardly ANY batter even though I followed the recipe exactly and for some reason it turned out REALLY chewy! Not using this recipe again.
1
Briar
Can't wait too enjoy this with the fam. So yummy and delicious :)
5
Agnes Hunt
Don't know what happened to mine, was not soft or delish, but doughy and dry. Will try again lol
3
Liz
Great recipe, easy to make, been using the chelsea recipes for a variety of baking.
Beat in eggs one at a time. Stir in banana and vanilla essence until combined.
Mix baking soda and milk together before stirring into the banana mixture. Sift in flour and baking powder, then fold into the mixture until combined.
Spoon mixture into prepared tin and smooth the top. Bake for 40-50 minutes, until cooked (cake should spring back when lightly pressed on top, and a skewer inserted into the centre should come out clean).
Stand for 5-10 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack to cool. Ice with chocolate icing when cold.
Icing Mix Chelsea Icing Sugar and cocoa powder together. Add butter, then stir in boiling water a little at a time, until icing is a spreadable consistency. Smooth over the top of the cake.
Want to freeze the iced cake? It is best to freeze the cake prior to icing. Wrap tightly in clingfilm and freeze for up to months. Iced cake will freeze ok too; however, the icing appearance and texture might not be quite as good after freezing.
Frequently asked questions
How do I ensure my banana cake is moist?
- Make sure you use overripe bananas (these give a better flavour too
- Avoid over-mixing the batter.
- Monitor the cake carefully towards the end of the cooking time (when cooked, a skewer
inserted into the centre should come out with just a few moist crumbs).
- Transfer from the tin to a wire cooling rack 10-15 minutes after removing the cake from
the oven.
Can I make this Banana Cake without eggs?
We recommend using our Egg and Dairy Free Banana Cake Recipe.
Can I use frozen bananas in Banana Cake?
Yes! Thaw, then drain off any excess liquid before mashing and adding to the batter.
Can I make this Banana Cake recipe into Cupcakes instead?
You can use this recipe to make 12 cupcakes. Fill the cupcake liners two thirds full and bake for approximately 20 minutes.
i think i'm doing something wrong it never comes out that good always very pale please add tips if i can improve
3
Unknown
I had two ripe bananas and didn't want to throw them out. I decided to bake a cake and take it to my brother's for supper. However, they had visitors, so I decided to slice into the cake for the taste test! You don't want to give away anything substandard do you? I think that as I am not a cake baker (being a family of one human and two pets) that having a sample was a good thing. The cake was very moist and it baked evenly, (even on the second day it was as good as the first). My only comment is that the picture appeared to be a larger looking slice, than what I served up. However, with that said, the cake was delicious and if I ever have two ripe bananas again, I will certainly make it again! The balance of the cake was delivered and was enjoyed the following day for morning tea. I note that I did not use the chocolate icing recipe as detailed with this recipe however, I did use the recipe using plain icing sugar, butter and cocoa powder and although it says that it has not been tested by the Chelsea Kitchen, it worked a real treat. So thank you for having a banana cake recipe for only two bananas with a separate chocolate icing recipe so that I didn't have to go and buy a separate bag of icing sugar. Put the two together and indeed it was a very tasty morsel. Although I was a wee bit embarrased to deliver a cake with a slice removed - that in itself brought about much laughter when I explained that I had a piece to test the cake and then another small piece was eaten for our brother who lives in England. I rate this recipe four stars and I certainly would make it again without any hesitation.
5
TheUltima369
loved it, amazing with 1 cup of chocolate chips in it
5
Serenity
I make this all the time, everyone loves it!! Whoever doesn't like it obviously isn't doing it right.
5
John
Taste more like waffles
2
Ilah
I made a 4 layered cake for my mum and sisters birthday cake and every single time it turned out the same moist and extremely delicious.
5
Hannah
There was hardly ANY batter even though I followed the recipe exactly and for some reason it turned out REALLY chewy! Not using this recipe again.
1
Briar
Can't wait too enjoy this with the fam. So yummy and delicious :)
5
Agnes Hunt
Don't know what happened to mine, was not soft or delish, but doughy and dry. Will try again lol
3
Liz
Great recipe, easy to make, been using the chelsea recipes for a variety of baking.