South African Banana Cake Dessert

May 17, 2023May 17, 20230 20

Indulge in the sweet and fruity flavors of South African Banana Cake Dessert

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

240

Sugar

18g

Fat

The South African Banana Cake Dessert is a popular dessert in South Africa, often served as a sweet treat after a meal or with tea or coffee. It's a simple and easy recipe that can be made with basic ingredients, making it an economical choice for families. The cake is moist and sweet, with the fruity flavor of the banana shining through.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 350°F.
2.	In a large bowl, mix together warm milk and cake crumbs until well combined.
3.	Add mashed bananas, sugar, salt, lemon juice, and vanilla to the mixture and stir until smooth.
4.	Add lightly beaten eggs to the bowl and stir until the mixture is well combined.
5.	Pour the mixture into a baking dish and bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center of the cake comes out clean.
6.	Allow the cake to cool before serving. Serve with whipped cream or ice cream if desired.

PROS

The South African Banana Cake Dessert is a great way to use up leftover cake or stale bread that would otherwise go to waste.

It’s a simple and economical recipe that only requires a few basic ingredients.

CONS

The cake is not particularly healthy, especially when served with whipped cream or ice cream.

It’s also high in sugar, which means it should be consumed in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this cake is not particularly healthy, the banana in the recipe provides some nutritional benefits such as potassium, vitamin B6, and vitamin C.
The cake also contains eggs, which are a good source of protein and vitamins D and B12.

	2 cups warm milk
	1 cup cake crumbs ( from any yellow cake such as a sponge cake )
	1/2 cup mashed banana
	1/4 cup sugar
	1/4 teaspoon salt
	1 tablespoon lemon juice
	1 teaspoon vanilla
	3 eggs , lightly beaten