Making a banana and apple cake is a simple way to enjoy a delicious and moist dessert. This versatile recipe uses a quick and easy batter that can also be made into banana bread or muffins. It tastes great whether you add chocolate or cream cheese frosting on top. I came across this great recipe in an old church cookbook at a garage sale, and a friend encouraged me to try it. It quickly became a family favorite because it’s so easy to make and always a hit.

The mix of apple and banana gives the cake a rich flavor that makes it perfect for any event. The recipe offers a taste of home that brings back memories, whether it’s enjoyed as a classic loaf or topped with a sweet frosting. This recipe is perfect for anyone who loves simple, homemade treats that taste amazing.

Ingredients

Wet Ingredients

½ cup unsalted butter, softened

2 eggs

4 ripe bananas, mashed

⅔ cup buttermilk

½ cup vegetable oil

1 teaspoon vanilla

4 cups peeled, cored, and grated apples

Dry Ingredients

2½ cups all-purpose flour

1 tablespoon baking soda

1 pinch salt

1 cup white sugar

¾ cup light brown sugar

2 teaspoons cinnamon

½ cup chopped walnuts (or pecans)

½ cup raisins

Directions

Step 1 

 Prepare the Fruits: Start by putting apples and bananas in a bowl. Ensure the fruits are ripe for maximum flavor. Chop the apples into small pieces and mash the bananas well.

Step 2

Combine Wet Ingredients: Next, add sugar, oil, eggs, and vanilla to the bowl with the fruits. This mixture will create a moist and flavorful base for your cake.

Step 3

Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, prepare your dry ingredients. Add flour, soda, cinnamon, nuts, and raisins. This combination will add texture and flavor to the cake.

Step 4

Combine Mixtures: Now, pour the dry ingredients into the bowl with the wet ingredients. Mix well until everything is thoroughly combined, ensuring there are no lumps.

Step 5

Prepare Baking Dish: Grease and flour a 9×13″ baking pan. This step is crucial so that the cake doesn’t stick to the pan when it’s done baking.

Step 6

Bake the cake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Place it in the preheated oven at 350 degrees F and let it bake for 1 hour.

Step 7

Check for Doneness: After an hour, check if the cake is done by inserting a toothpick in the center. If it comes out clean, your cake is ready!

Step 8

Cool and Serve: Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for a few minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and enjoy your Apple Banana Cake!

NUTRITION INFORMATION

Serving Size: 1 (139) grams

Servings per recipe: 12

Amount per serving % Daily Value Calories: 370.2.

Calories from Fat: 120 g, 33%.

Total fat: 13.4 g (20%).

Saturated fat: 1.8 g, 9%.

Cholesterol: 31 mg, 10%.

Sodium: 416.9 mg, 17%.

Total Carbohydrate: 60.6 g (20%)

Dietary fiber: 2.6 g (10%).

Sugars: 40.3 g, 161%.

Protein: 4.3 g, 8%.