Accra Banana Peanut Cake (Ghana)

May 16, 2023May 16, 20230 8
Accra Banana Peanut Cake recipe with a twist (Ghana)
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Prep

20 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

70 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup cake flour
4 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
10 ounces butter or 10 ounces margarine
2 1/2 cups sugar
4 eggs , lightly beaten
8 bananas , mashed
1/2 cup peanuts , coarsely chopped
1 teaspoon cinnamon

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
510
Sugar
48g
Fat
23g
Accra Banana Peanut Cake is a popular dessert in Ghana, which blends the flavors of bananas, peanuts, and cinnamon in a cake. It is often served at family gatherings and special occasions. This recipe is easy to make and uses simple ingredients. If you are looking for a unique twist on traditional cake recipes, you can try making this Accra Banana Peanut Cake.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F.
2.In a large mixing bowl, sift together all-purpose flour, cake flour, baking powder, salt, and baking soda.
3.In another mixing bowl, cream together butter/margarine and sugar, until light and fluffy.
4.Add the eggs to the butter mixture one at a time, and mix well after each addition.
5.Add the mashed bananas to the butter mixture and mix it well.
6.Gradually add in the sifted flour mixture to the butter-banana mixture, until just combined.
7.Fold in the peanuts and cinnamon.
8.Pour the batter into a greased 9 inch round pan or 13x9 inch baking pan.
9.Bake for about 50 minutes, or until the cake is golden brown.
10.Let it cool for 10 minutes, then remove the cake from the pan and cool on a wire rack.

PROS

This cake recipe is easy to make and has a unique twist with peanuts and cinnamon, making it a perfect dessert for special occasions.

The banana in the recipe makes the cake moist and flavorful.

CONS

This recipe uses a lot of sugar and butter/margarine, which makes it high in calories and fat.

It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Bananas are a great source of nutrients, such as vitamin C, potassium, and dietary fiber.
They are also low in fat and cholesterol.
Peanuts are heart-healthy, as they contain good fats and other nutrients that can help lower the risk of heart disease and stroke.

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