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Banana Almond Cake

You know, this banana almond cake is my favorite way to save those over-ripe bananas that usually end up in the bin. By using a small 15cm tin and a few of my engineering tricks, you get this amazing, tall, moist cake that feels like a luxury treat with almost no effort.

Ingredients
  

  • 2 well-ripened bananas
  • 2 large eggs
  • 150 g raw sugar ground into a fine dust
  • 75 g melted unsalted butter
  • 150 g all-purpose flour
  • 60 g almond meal
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

    Prepare the Cake Tin:

    • Line a 15 cm x 6.8 cm cake tin with parchment paper. Use small amounts of butter to help the paper stay in place.

    Mash the Bananas:

    • Peel and mash two well-ripened bananas with a fork until they reach a smooth consistency.

    Mix the Wet Ingredients:

    • Whisk two large eggs in a bowl until frothy.
    • Add the finely ground raw sugar and whisk until fully incorporated.
    • Pour in the melted butter and continue whisking until the mixture is smooth.

    Combine the Dry Ingredients:

    • In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, almond meal, and salt.

    Assemble the Batter:

    • Add the mashed bananas to the wet egg and sugar mixture, whisking well.
    • Gradually add the dry ingredient mix into the batter, folding it in gently with a spatula until just combined. Be careful not to over-mix.

    Bake the Cake:

    • Pour the batter into the prepared cake tin.
    • Use a skewer to swirl through the batter to release any large air bubbles, and tap the tin gently on the counter.
    • Bake at 150°C for approximately 45 minutes. You can check if it's done by inserting a skewer into the center—if it comes out clean, the cake is ready.

    Cooling and Serving:

    • Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.
    • For the best texture and flavor, it's recommended to let the cake rest in a cool, dry place for one day before serving.

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