Something is amazing and sinful about making this quick bread for breakfast; today, I had a great and easy Air Fryer Banana Walnut Pound Cake.
This Air Fryer Banana Walnut Pound Cake is a quick and easy way to enjoy a classic, moist, and flavorful dessert.
Packed with ripe bananas and crunchy walnuts, it’s perfectly tender with a golden crust, making it ideal for breakfast, snack time, or a sweet treat any time of day.
Using the air fryer speeds up baking while keeping cleanup minimal, so you can enjoy homemade cake without the fuss.
Why You Will Love This Recipe!
- Moist and Flavorful: Rich banana flavor keeps the cake tender and delicious.
- Quick and Easy: Air fryer method speeds up baking without compromising texture.
- Crunchy Walnut Topping: Adds a delightful nutty contrast to the soft cake.
- Perfect for Any Occasion: Great for breakfast, dessert, or afternoon tea.
- Minimal Cleanup: Air fryer baking reduces pans and oven use.
If you are looking for even more Air Fryer Quick Bread Recipes, some of my favorites are AIR FRYER BANANA BREAD, AIR FRYER APPLE CRANBERRY BREAD, AIR FRYER BANANA BREAD MUG CAKE, and AIR FRYER CRANBERRY WALNUT BREAD.
Ingredients Needed
- Butter: Adds richness, flavor, and moist texture to the cake.
- Sugar: Sweetens the cake and helps create a tender crumb.
- Eggs: Provide structure, moisture, and help bind the batter.
- Ripe Bananas: Add natural sweetness and moist, flavorful texture.
- Pure Vanilla Extract: Enhances flavor with warm, classic vanilla notes.
- All-Purpose Flour: Provides structure and stability to the pound cake.
- Sour Cream: Adds moisture and slight tang for tender texture.
- Baking Soda: Helps the cake rise and become light, fluffy.
- Walnuts: Adds crunch and nutty flavor throughout the cake.
How To Make Air Fryer Banana Walnut Pound Cake
Step One: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar, then add the egg, followed by the banana, sour cream, and vanilla extract, and mix well.
Step Two: In another mixing bowl, mix the flour and baking soda. Mix the two mixtures, mix well, so they combine. Fold in the diced walnuts, and mix again.
Step Three: Spray your baking pans with olive oil. Pour the batter into the prepared pan, about 2/3 way full. Set the pan into the air fryer, and set the air fryer temperature to 320 degrees F, and set cook time for 15-20 minutes.
Air Fryer Banana Walnut Pound Cake Recipe Tips
- Use very ripe bananas for maximum sweetness and moisture.
- Room-temperature butter and eggs mix more evenly for a smoother batter.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep the cake tender and fluffy.
- Grease or line the pan to prevent sticking in the air fryer.
- Check doneness early since air fryer models vary in cooking time.
- Let the cake cool completely before slicing to maintain structure.
- Toast the walnuts lightly for extra flavor and crunch.
Storing Instructions
- Room Temperature: Store the cooled cake in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- Refrigerator: Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- Freezer: Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and foil, then freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before serving.
- Slicing Tip: Slice the cake only when ready to serve to maintain freshness.
Air Fryer Banana Walnut Pound Cake Recipe Faqs
Can I use regular bananas instead of very ripe ones? Yes, but very ripe bananas give the best sweetness and moist texture.
Can I use a different type of nut? Absolutely! Pecans, almonds, or hazelnuts work well as substitutes.
How do I know when the cake is done? Insert a toothpick in the center; it should come out clean or with a few crumbs.
Can I make this cake ahead of time? Yes, it can be baked in advance and stored covered at room temperature or in the fridge.
Can I freeze this pound cake? Yes, wrap tightly in plastic and foil, then freeze for up to 2 months.
Can I omit the nuts? Yes, the cake will still be moist and flavorful without walnuts.
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Air Fryer Banana Walnut Pound Cake
Description
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter, unsalted, room temperature
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 medium banana
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 cup walnuts, diced
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the 1/2 cup butter and 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar then add t3 large eggs, followed by the 1 medium banana, 1/2 cup sour cream, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and mix well.
- In another mixing bowl, mix the 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour and 1 teaspoon baking soda.
- Mix the two mixtures, mix well, so they combine.
- Fold in the diced 1/2 cup walnuts and mix again.
- Spray your baking pans with olive oil. Pour the batter into the prepared pan, about 2/3 way full.
- Set the pan into the air fryer, and set the air fryer temperature to 320 degrees F set cook time for 15-20 minutes.
- When the time is up, place a toothpick in the pound cake, and check to see that the toothpick comes out clean. If not, add another 5 minutes.
Equipment
- Cooking Spray
- Mini Loaf Pans
Nutrition
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Barb Lindsay
Hi i love your recipes read them every day and cook heaps of them I live in Australia and our cooking temperature is in Celsius could you include this in your recipes thank you keep air frying