Fantastic Banana Fruitcake

Elevate your dessert repertoire with this Fantastic Banana Fruitcake—a moist, flavorful fusion of mashed ripe bananas, spiced cinnamon, mixed dried fruits, and crunchy nuts. Perfect for any occasion, this easy-to-make loaf combines the warmth of a classic fruitcake with the natural sweetness of bananas, creating a delightful treat that’s both comforting and unique. With only 20 minutes of prep and an hour in the oven, this recipe fills your kitchen with an irresistible aroma while delivering a soft, tender crumb in every slice. Ideal for holiday gatherings, brunch spreads, or a simple afternoon snack, this fruitcake pairs beautifully with a cup of coffee or tea. Don’t miss out on this crowd-pleasing twist on a traditional favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 3 pieces ripe bananas
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 pieces eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup mixed dried fruits (raisins, cranberries, chopped apricots, etc.)
• 0.5 cup chopped nuts (walnuts, pecans, or almonds)
• 0.25 cup milk

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Using a hand mixer or stand mixer on medium speed, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.

Step 4

Add the eggs one at a time to the butter-sugar mixture, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.

Step 7

Fold in the mixed dried fruits and chopped nuts until evenly distributed in the batter.

Step 8

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it out evenly.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 10

Let the banana fruitcake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

Slice and enjoy your delightful Fantastic Banana Fruitcake!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1308.3 grams (1308.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3892

Total Fat 146.90g	188%
Saturated Fat 68.50g	343%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 636mg	212%
Sodium 2689mg	117%
Total Carbohydrate 609.70g	222%
Dietary Fiber 30.80g	110%
Total Sugars 353.70g
Protein 56.40g	113%

Vitamin D 109IU	544%
Calcium 359mg	28%
Iron 19mg	103%
Potassium 3252mg	69%

*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: 33.2%

Protein: 5.7%

Carbs: 61.2%