Banana Nut Coconut Cake

Ingredients and Weight:

• All-purpose flour: 2 1/2 cups (300g)
• Baking soda: 1 teaspoon (5g)
• Baking powder: 1 teaspoon (5g)
• Salt: 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g)
• Ground cinnamon: 1 teaspoon (2g)
• Ground nutmeg: 1/4 teaspoon (1g)
• Ripe bananas, mashed: 2 cups (480g)
• Granulated sugar: 1 3/4 cups (350g)
• Vegetable oil: 1/2 cup (120ml)
• Eggs: 2 large (100g)
• Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon (5ml)
• Shredded coconut: 1 cup (100g)
• Chopped walnuts: 1 cup (100g)

Preparation Time:

30 minutes

Cooking Time:

50-60 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
3. In a separate bowl, mash the bananas until smooth. Add the sugar, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract and beat until combined.
4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
5. Fold in the coconut and walnuts.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 350
• Fat: 15g
• Saturated Fat: 5g
• Cholesterol: 70mg
• Sodium: 270mg
• Carbohydrates: 50g
• Dietary Fiber: 3g
• Sugar: 25g
• Protein: 5g

Dish Characteristics:

• Moist and flavorful banana cake with a tender crumb
• Enhanced with the sweetness of coconut and the crunchiness of walnuts
• Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a sweet treat

User Comments:

• "This cake is absolutely delicious! The banana, coconut, and walnut flavors combine perfectly." - Susan W.
• "I love how easy this cake is to make. It always turns out perfect." - Jennifer C.
• "This is the best banana cake I've ever had. It's so moist and flavorful." - David M.

Special Precautions and Tips:

• To ensure even baking, rotate the pan halfway through the cooking time.
• If you don't have walnuts, you can substitute pecans or almonds.
• For a richer flavor, use brown sugar instead of granulated sugar.