Luscious Banana Pecan Cake (Print Version)
Ingredients:
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2 cups all-purpose flour.
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1 teaspoon baking soda.
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1/4 teaspoon salt.
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1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened.
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3/4 cup granulated sugar.
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2 large eggs.
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
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4 ripe bananas, mashed.
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1/2 cup sour cream.
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1 cup chopped pecans.
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1/2 cup heavy cream.
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1 cup powdered sugar.
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
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Sliced bananas and additional chopped pecans for topping.
Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch square baking pan.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
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In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
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Mix in the mashed bananas and sour cream until well combined.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Fold in the chopped pecans.
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Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it out evenly.
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Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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While the cake is baking, prepare the vanilla glaze by whisking together the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
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Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Drizzle the vanilla glaze over the cooled cake. Top with sliced bananas and additional chopped pecans before serving.
Notes:
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For added texture, toast the pecans before folding them into the batter.
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Serve the cake slightly warm for a comforting dessert or chilled for a refreshing treat.