Banana cakes with toffee pecans

Indulge in the rich, moist flavor of our Banana Cakes with Toffee Pecans. This easy-to-follow recipe combines ripe bananas, olive oil, and self-raising flour for perfectly fluffy cakes, topped with homemade crunchy toffee pecans for an irresistible treat. Perfect for dessert or a sweet snack!

  • 15 Apr 2024
  • Cook time 20 min
  • Prep time 20 min
  • 8 Servings
  • 9 Ingredients

Banana cakes with toffee pecans

Banana cakes with toffee pecans are a delightful treat combining the moist richness of banana cake with the crunchy sweetness of toffee-coated pecans. Perfect for dessert or an indulgent snack, these cakes are sure to impress your family and friends with their unique texture and flavor.

Ingredients:

1/2 cup olive oil
120g
2/3 cup sugar
130g
2 eggs
100g
1 cup self-raising flour
150g
1 tsp baking soda
5g
2 bananas
240g
1 cup sugar
230g
1/2 cup water
120g
1 cup pecans
120g

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a cupcake or muffin tin with paper liners.
2. Combine wet ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil and 2/3 cup sugar until well combined. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
3. Mix dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together the self-raising flour and baking soda.
4. Prepare bananas: Mash the bananas in a small bowl until smooth.
5. Combine mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Fold in the mashed bananas until the batter is evenly mixed.
6. Fill the tins: Spoon the batter into the prepared cupcake or muffin tin, filling each cup about 2/3 full.
7. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cake comes out clean. Allow the cakes to cool in the tin for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
8. Make the toffee pecans: While the cakes are baking, prepare the toffee pecans. Combine the remaining 1 cup sugar and 1/2 cup water in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir until the sugar dissolves, then stop stirring and bring the mixture to a boil. Boil until the syrup begins to turn a golden brown color and reaches a toffee consistency (about 6-8 minutes).
9. Prepare the pecans: Once the syrup is ready, carefully stir in the pecans, ensuring they are fully coated with the toffee. Pour the toffee pecans onto a sheet of parchment paper to cool and harden, spreading them out as much as possible.
10. Decorate the cakes: Once the cakes have cooled completely, break the toffee pecans into smaller pieces and sprinkle them on top of each banana cake.
11. Serve: Enjoy these delicious banana cakes with crunchy toffee pecans as a sweet treat or dessert!

Tips:

- Ensure the bananas are ripe for a more intense flavor and natural sweetness in the cake.

- Allow the toffee to cool slightly before adding the pecans to avoid burning yourself.

- For an enhanced flavor, consider toasting the pecans lightly in a dry skillet before coating them with toffee.

- If you don't have self-raising flour, you can use all-purpose flour with 1 1/2 teaspoons of baking powder and 1/2 teaspoon of salt.

- Let the cakes cool completely before serving to allow the flavors to meld together perfectly.

In conclusion, banana cakes with toffee pecans are a delicious and satisfying treat that brings together the best of fruity sweetness and crunchy nutty goodness. By following this recipe and keeping in mind the provided tips, you'll be able to create a dessert that's sure to be a hit at any gathering.

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size150 grams
Energy
Calories 400kcal16%
Protein
Protein 5g4%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 70g20%
Fiber 2.51g7%
Sugar 50g51%
Fat
Fat 27g32%
Saturated 3.49g12%
Cholesterol 50mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 24ug3%
Choline 55mg10%
Vitamin B1 0.18mg15%
Vitamin B2 0.08mg6%
Vitamin B3 0.67mg4%
Vitamin B6 0.10mg6%
Vitamin B9 20ug5%
Vitamin B12 0.13ug5%
Vitamin C 3.86mg4%
Vitamin E 0.37mg2%
Vitamin K 0.65ug1%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 24mg2%
Copper, Cu 0.25mg0%
Iron, Fe 0.83mg8%
Magnesium, Mg 36mg8%
Phosphorus, P 100mg8%
Potassium, K 200mg6%
Selenium, Se 8ug15%
Sodium, Na 190mg13%
Zinc, Zn 1.10mg10%
Water
Water 50g-
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2500 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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