Banana Lime Cake

Take your taste buds on a tropical getaway with this zesty and moist Banana Lime Cake! This delightful dessert pairs the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with the vibrant tang of fresh lime zest and juice, creating a perfect balance of flavors. The airy, tender crumb is achieved with the magic of buttermilk and thoughtfully layered baking techniques, while a luscious lime glaze provides the ultimate citrusy finish. Ideal for gatherings or an elevated afternoon treat, this easy-to-make cake is baked to perfection in under an hour and yields 12 generous servings. Whether you’re a fan of banana bread or citrus-infused desserts, this recipe is a must-try that will brighten up any dessert table!

Nutriscore Rating: 43/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 3 pieces ripe bananas
• 2 teaspoons lime zest
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 cups unsalted butter, softened
• 1.25 cups granulated sugar
• 2 pieces large eggs
• 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 0.5 cups buttermilk
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons additional lime juice (for glaze)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium-sized bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. Stir in the lime zest and lime juice, then set aside.

Step 3

In a separate large bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

Step 4

In another large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 5

Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.

Step 6

Alternately add the dry flour mixture and the buttermilk to the wet ingredients in batches, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix just until combined.

Step 7

Fold the mashed banana and lime mixture into the batter until evenly distributed.

Step 8

Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 10

Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

While the cake cools, prepare the glaze by whisking powdered sugar and additional lime juice in a small bowl until smooth. Adjust the consistency with more powdered sugar or lime juice if needed.

Step 12

Once the cake is completely cooled, drizzle the lime glaze over the top. Allow the glaze to set before slicing.

Step 13

Serve and enjoy your Banana Lime Cake!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1175.2 grams (1175.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2846

Total Fat 111.10g	142%
Saturated Fat 66.40g	332%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.30g
Cholesterol 644mg	215%
Sodium 2187mg	95%
Total Carbohydrate 471.70g	172%
Dietary Fiber 10.50g	38%
Total Sugars 419.20g
Protein 21.40g	43%

Vitamin D 143IU	717%
Calcium 268mg	21%
Iron 3mg	19%
Potassium 1720mg	37%

*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: 33.6%

Protein: 2.9%

Carbs: 63.5%