Reviewed: May 5, 2012

Wow Gramma Bertha - this is one heck of a banana cake! This definitely IS a cake which is fabulous because sometimes banana cakes tend to taste more banana bread. This recipe is so easy to put together and doesn't require a lot of ingredients - nothing fancy, just plain good! I used 1 cup of white sugar and 1/2 cup of brown sugar and like most others I smashed my bananas vs. slicing. I also added 1 tsp. of vanilla and 1/2 tsp. of cinnamon along with a 1/2 tsp. of salt. And to take an already delicious cake over the top I added a whole bag of mini-chocolate chips! It was done in exactly one hour and turned out moist, tender and delicious! No icing needed, just a dusting of confectioners' sugar over top once it cooled. Thanks for sharing your Gramma's recipe LISAPAV!

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Jillian

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Cooking Level: Expert

Living In: Allentown, Pennsylvania, USA

Reviewed: Jan. 21, 2012

Delicious cake. I used a Splenda/sugar blend and per other comments cut the quantity down to 1 cup. I also mashed the bananas instead of slicing them. I added in about 1tsp vanilla, 1tsp cinnamon and 1/2 tsp nutmeg, and stirred about a half cup of chopped walnuts into the batter before pouring. I cheated and used a Duncan Heinz microwavable glaze (which was very good) and topped with chopped walnuts. Everyone in the house was in love with this cake...I will definitely make it again, especially knowing that a Splenda/sugar blend will cut calories/sugar without sacrificing taste or texture.

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Esther

Reviewed: Jan. 21, 2012

I found this recipe to use up bananas. It is a rich cake. I like it with a cup of coffee. Next time I make it I make it i will add a few chocolate chips or nuts.

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helnwhls

Home Town: Saint Louis, Missouri, USA

Living In: Oakland, California, USA

Reviewed: Oct. 15, 2011

Oh my goodness! I made this for my kids but I don't think I will share!!! I subbed Greek Yogurt for Sour Cream (you can do this with any recipe and you cannot tell the difference! Sooo much healthier) I also added walnuts and baked in 2 loaf pans for 1 hr. You have to try it!

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autumnchick84

Cooking Level: Expert

Reviewed: Oct. 10, 2011

This cake was so moist and so delicious!I did it as a bundt cake and I made a caramel glaze that I drizzled on top. My husband said it was crazy good. I love compliments! I definitely will make this again!

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Janet Shum

Cooking Level: Expert

Home Town: Corbett, Oregon, USA

Living In: Salem, Oregon, USA

Reviewed: Sep. 26, 2011

Easy to make delicious cake. I added cinnamon and mini semi-sweet chocolate morsels. Will make this cake again.

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JEANNETTE78

Home Town: South Paris, Maine, USA

Reviewed: Sep. 4, 2011

Cut the sugar to one cup and made cupcakes. Trying to find recipes that make the fancy cupcakes. This one was perfect. Baked for 35 minutes. Frosted with cream cheese frosting. Really special and turned out to be a "fancy cupcake."

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shughes04

Reviewed: Aug. 18, 2011

This is certainly a five star recipe. I didn't change it but it appeared to be too much for my bundt pan. Used a loaf pan instead. Was trying to wait for it to cool but couldn't. It's not too sweet and real moist. Don't take my word, please try it for yourself!!!!

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ab237

Reviewed: Jun. 15, 2011

This was delicious ! I added a teaspoon of vanilla as suggested by others. Co-workers loved it. I used a buttercream frosting and thought it was a great compliment to the banana taste.

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PJJAMAS

Cooking Level: Expert

Living In: Springfield, Illinois, USA

Reviewed: Jun. 5, 2011

I love this recipe because is so so simple and tasty. Ingredients that you can find in your fridge or pantry on any given day. You can leave it stand alone or add vanilla, cinnamon or a glaze if you choose. Thanks for the recipe!

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