Banana Pecan Cake with Vanilla Glaze (Page 2 ) | November 21, 2025

💛 Why You’ll Love This Cake

  • Moist and tender: Ripe bananas keep the cake soft and flavorful.
  • Nutty crunch: Chopped pecans add texture and depth.
  • Sweet glaze finish: A smooth vanilla glaze adds a touch of elegance.
  • Versatile dessert: Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert.

🧂 Ingredients

For the Cake:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 3 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
  • 1 cup chopped pecans

For the Vanilla Glaze:

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2–3 tablespoons milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

👩‍🍳 Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven:
    Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan or a 9-inch round cake pan.
  2. Prepare the batter:
    In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well. Stir in mashed bananas and vanilla extract.
  3. Combine dry ingredients:
    In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon (if using). Gradually add to the banana mixture, stirring until just combined.
  4. Add pecans:
    Gently fold in chopped pecans.
  5. Bake the cake:
    Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool completely.
  6. Make the glaze:
    In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Adjust the consistency with more milk if needed.
  7. Glaze the cake:
    Drizzle the vanilla glaze evenly over the cooled cake. Let it set for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

🍽️ Serving Suggestions

  • Serve with a cup of coffee or tea for a perfect morning treat.
  • Add a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for dessert.
  • Sprinkle extra chopped pecans on top for garnish and crunch.

💡 Tips for Success

  • Use ripe bananas: The riper, the sweeter and more flavorful.
  • Don’t overmix: Overmixing can make the cake dense instead of tender.
  • Pecan toast: Toast pecans lightly for extra flavor and crunch.
  • Glaze consistency: Add milk gradually to avoid a glaze that’s too thin.