Delicious Banana Almond Coffee Cake
Indulge in the rich flavors of our Delicious Banana Almond Coffee Cake! This delightful recipe combines the sweetness of ripe bananas with the nutty crunch of almonds, creating a moist and flavorful cake perfect for breakfast or as an afternoon treat. Topped with a sweet cinnamon sugar swirl and finished with a dusting of confectioners' sugar, this cake is sure to impress your family and friends. Easy to make and absolutely irresistible, it's a must-try for banana and coffee cake lovers alike!
10
Servings
N/A
Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
ripe bananas
2 medium (pureed)
yellow cake mix
1 (18 1/4 ounce) box (without pudding)
vanilla instant pudding mix
1 (3 1/2 ounce) box
vegetable oil
1/2 cup
large eggs
4 (beaten)
vanilla extract
1 teaspoon
chopped almonds
1/2 cup
packed brown sugar
1/3 cup
cinnamon
1 teaspoon
nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon
confectioners' sugar
to sprinkle (optional)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and grease a 3-quart Bundt pan thoroughly to ensure an easy release.
2
In a blender or food processor, puree the ripe bananas until smooth, measuring out approximately 1 cup.
3
In a large mixing bowl, combine the banana puree, yellow cake mix, vanilla instant pudding mix, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix the ingredients together until well combined.
4
Beat the mixture on medium speed for 8 minutes, ensuring to scrape down the sides of the bowl occasionally for an even blend.
5
In a separate bowl, mix together the chopped almonds, packed brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg to create the sugar filling.
6
Pour half of the cake batter into the prepared Bundt pan, leveling it out gently with a spatula.
7
Sprinkle the almond sugar mixture evenly over the layer of batter, then pour the remaining batter on top, smoothing it out.
8
Using a knife, carefully swirl through the batter in a figure-eight pattern to create a marbled effect without over-mixing.
9
Bake the cake in the preheated oven for 60-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
10
Once baked, let the cake cool in the pan on a wire rack for 10 minutes before inverting it onto the rack to cool completely.
11
For an extra touch, dust the cooled cake with powdered sugar and garnish with sliced bananas if desired.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Delicious Banana Almond Coffee Cake?
It is a moist and flavorful cake that combines the sweetness of ripe bananas with the nutty crunch of almonds, topped with a cinnamon sugar swirl.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe makes approximately 10 servings.
What temperature should I preheat my oven to?
You should preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
What type of pan is recommended for this cake?
A 3-quart Bundt pan is recommended for this recipe.
How many bananas are needed?
You will need 2 medium ripe bananas.
How should I prepare the bananas?
The bananas should be pureed in a blender or food processor until smooth, measuring about 1 cup.
What kind of cake mix is required?
The recipe calls for one 18 1/4 ounce box of yellow cake mix.
Do I need to add pudding mix to the batter?
Yes, include one 3 1/2 ounce box of vanilla instant pudding mix.
How much vegetable oil is used?
The recipe requires 1/2 cup of vegetable oil.
How many eggs are used in the batter?
This recipe uses 4 large eggs.
Is vanilla extract included in the recipe?
Yes, one teaspoon of vanilla extract is added to the batter.
How long should the batter be beaten?
The mixture should be beaten on medium speed for 8 minutes.
What is in the almond sugar filling?
The filling consists of chopped almonds, packed brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
How much chopped almonds are needed?
You will need 1/2 cup of chopped almonds.
How is the cake layered in the pan?
Pour half the batter, sprinkle the almond sugar mixture, then pour the remaining batter on top.
How do I create the marbled effect?
Use a knife to swirl through the batter in a figure-eight pattern.
What is the baking time for this coffee cake?
The cake should bake for 60 to 65 minutes.
How can I tell if the cake is finished baking?
The cake is done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
How long should the cake cool in the pan?
Allow the cake to cool in the pan on a wire rack for 10 minutes before inverting it.
What is used to dust the top of the cake?
Confectioners' sugar is used to dust the cooled cake.
Can I garnish the cake with anything else?
Yes, you can garnish the cake with sliced bananas if desired.
Is this recipe considered easy?
Yes, it is described as an easy recipe that is absolutely irresistible.
What meal is this cake best suited for?
It is perfect for breakfast or as an afternoon treat.
How much brown sugar is in the filling?
The filling requires 1/3 cup of packed brown sugar.
How much cinnamon is used?
One teaspoon of cinnamon is used in the almond sugar mixture.
Is nutmeg included in the spices?
Yes, 1/2 teaspoon of nutmeg is added to the filling.
Should the Bundt pan be greased?
Yes, grease the pan thoroughly to ensure an easy release.
What should I do after 10 minutes of cooling?
Invert the cake onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Does the cake mix contain pudding?
The instructions specify using a yellow cake mix without pudding.
What is the overall flavor profile?
The cake features sweet banana, warm cinnamon, and a nutty almond crunch.