Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 large ripe banana, mashed
- 1 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/2 cup raisins
- 1/2 cup chopped maraschino cherries
Preparation Time:
25 minutes
Cooking Time:
60-70 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 10-inch bundt pan.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the sour cream and vanilla.
- In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the wet ingredients, alternating with mashed banana. Fold in the walnuts, raisins, and cherries.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then invert onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information:
Per serving (1 slice):
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Cholesterol: 125mg
- Sodium: 210mg
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Protein: 5g
Dish Characteristics:
- Rich and moist
- Full of banana flavor
- Topped with a drizzle of caramel sauce
- Perfect for any occasion
User Comments:
- "This cake is absolutely delicious! It's so moist and full of flavor."
- "The perfect combination of banana, nuts, and cherries."
- "This is a must-try for any banana lover!"
Special Precautions and Tips:
- To make a gluten-free cake, use gluten-free flour.
- To make a dairy-free cake, use dairy-free butter and sour cream.
- Do not overmix the batter, as this will make the cake tough.
