Follow these steps for perfect results
walnuts
chopped
baking soda
flour
baking powder
cinnamon
salt
ripe bananas
mashed
orange zest
orange juice
large eggs
light brown sugar
packed
vegetable oil
sour cream
buttermilk
baking soda
dark brown sugar
packed
light corn syrup
butter
vanilla extract
Preheat oven to 350°F.
Butter and flour a 9x5" loaf pan or 8" round cake pan.
Chop walnuts and toss with 2 tablespoons of flour.
Sift flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
Combine mashed bananas and orange juice.
In a stand mixer, beat eggs, sugar, oil, sour cream, and orange zest on medium-high for 2-3 minutes.
Stir in banana mixture and beat for 1 more minute.
Add flour mixture on low speed until just combined.
Stir in floured walnuts with a wooden spoon.
Pour into prepared pan and shake gently.
Bake for 50-55 minutes at 350°F on lower rack.
Cool in pan on wire rack for 10 minutes.
Remove from pan and cool completely on rack.
For glaze: Combine all glaze ingredients except butter and vanilla in a saucepan.
Cook on medium heat for 3-4 minutes.
Cover pan, raise heat, and boil for 3 minutes.
Uncover, reduce heat to medium, and cook without stirring, swirling pan until honey-like thickness, about 5-7 minutes.
Remove from heat and add butter and vanilla.
Cool completely and spread on cake.
Expert advice for the best results
Use very ripe bananas for the best flavor and moisture.
Don't overmix the batter to avoid a tough cake.
Let the cake cool completely before glazing for the best results.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
Can be made 1-2 days in advance and stored at room temperature.
Slice the cake and arrange on a plate, drizzling with extra glaze and garnishing with chopped walnuts.
Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Pair with a cup of coffee or tea.
The robust flavor of dark roast coffee complements the sweetness of the banana cake.
A strong black tea is a good contrast to the cake's richness.
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