Accra Banana Peanut Cake Ghana

Delight your taste buds with the irresistible flavors of Accra Banana Peanut Cake, a Ghanaian-inspired treat that combines the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with the nutty richness of roasted peanuts. This unique cake is elevated with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, creating a perfectly balanced flavor profile that's both comforting and exotic. Made with simple pantry staples, this moist and tender cake comes together in just 15 minutes of prep time, making it an excellent choice for busy bakers. The added crunch from finely ground roasted peanuts sets this dessert apart, offering a delightful texture in every bite. Whether served as a snack with tea or as a satisfying dessert, this easy-to-make recipe is a true celebration of Ghanaian culinary tradition. Perfect for sharing, this versatile cake will surely impress family and friends alike!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 4 pieces ripe bananas
• 1 cup roasted peanuts (unsalted)
• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup vegetable oil
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a medium-sized baking dish or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, peel and mash the ripe bananas until smooth. Set aside.

Step 3

Using a food processor or blender, grind the roasted peanuts into a coarse flour-like consistency. Do not overprocess; it's okay to have small bits of peanuts for added texture.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt.

Step 5

Add the ground peanuts to the flour mixture and mix thoroughly to combine.

Step 6

In the bowl with the mashed bananas, whisk in the brown sugar, vegetable oil, egg, and vanilla extract until well combined.

Step 7

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, folding gently with a spatula until a thick batter forms. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 8

Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly with a spatula.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 10

Allow the cake to cool in the pan for at least 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

Slice into squares or rectangles and serve as a snack or dessert.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1054 grams (1054.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3254

Total Fat 190.20g	244%
Saturated Fat 28.30g	142%
Polyunsaturated Fat 69.20g
Cholesterol 220mg	73%
Sodium 1176mg	51%
Total Carbohydrate 352.90g	128%
Dietary Fiber 28.80g	103%
Total Sugars 134.30g
Protein 67.80g	136%

Vitamin D 54IU	269%
Calcium 240mg	18%
Iron 14mg	79%
Potassium 3131mg	67%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.4%

Protein: 8.0%

Carbs: 41.6%