No Bowl Banana Cake

Indulge in the ultimate fuss-free dessert with this No Bowl Banana Cake—a perfectly moist and tender treat that comes together entirely in one dish! This recipe skips the mixing bowls, saving you time and cleanup, while delivering all the sweetness and comfort of classic banana cake. Featuring ripe bananas mashed directly in the baking dish, this cake is infused with natural banana flavor and elevated with the richness of melted butter and vanilla. A simple blend of pantry staples like all-purpose flour, sugar, and baking powder ensures a light, fluffy texture, while minimal prep time (just 10 minutes!) makes this ideal for busy days or impromptu baking. Baked golden to perfection, it’s delicious served warm, dusted with powdered sugar, or topped with whipped cream. Perfect for family gatherings, snack time, or as a quick dessert, this one-pan wonder is a game-changer in the baking world!

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 large ripe bananas
• 0.75 cup granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup melted butter
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 large eggs
• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoon salt

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8x8-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.

Step 2

Peel the bananas and place them directly in the greased baking dish. Use a fork to mash the bananas until smooth with some small chunks remaining.

Step 3

Add the granulated sugar and melted butter to the bananas. Stir with the fork until well combined.

Step 4

Add the vanilla extract and eggs to the dish. Beat with the fork until blended and smooth.

Step 5

Sprinkle the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt over the wet mixture. Gently fold everything together with the fork until just combined, being careful not to overmix.

Step 6

Spread the batter evenly in the baking dish with the back of the fork or a spatula.

Step 7

Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Step 8

Allow the cake to cool in the dish for 10 minutes. Slice into squares and serve warm or at room temperature. Optionally, dust with powdered sugar or serve with whipped cream.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	973.1 grams (973.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2625

Total Fat 113.80g	146%
Saturated Fat 64.60g	323%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 634mg	211%
Sodium 1826mg	79%
Total Carbohydrate 384.60g	140%
Dietary Fiber 15.60g	56%
Total Sugars 201.60g
Protein 36.50g	73%

Vitamin D 148IU	740%
Calcium 128mg	10%
Iron 11mg	62%
Potassium 1833mg	39%

*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: 37.8%

Protein: 5.4%

Carbs: 56.8%