Air Fryer Banana Cake is truly amazing! This might be the best banana cake I have ever eaten. It's light, it's flavorful, and it's absolutely delicious!
Ingredients
2ripebananas, mashed
1 1/2cupsall-purpose flour
1teaspoonbaking powder
1/2teaspoonbaking soda
1/2teaspoonsalt
1/2cupunsalted butter, softened
1cupgranulated sugar
2large eggs
1/4cupmilk, or buttermilk
1teaspoonvanilla extract
Instructions
Prep the Batter: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside. In a large mixing bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the mashed bananas. Mix in the vanilla extract. Gradually mix in the flour mixture alternately with the buttermilk until just combined.
Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 320°F (160°C).
Pour and Flatten: Pour the batter into a greased, air fryer-safe cake pan and spread it out evenly.
Cook in Air Fryer: Place the cake pan in the air fryer basket. Cook for 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
Cool and Serve: Once done, carefully remove the cake from the air fryer and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and serve!
Equipment
Air Fryer
Cooking Spray
Baking Pan
Parchment Paper, optional
Notes
Notes:
Make sure your ingredients, especially eggs and milk, are at room temperature to ensure even baking.
You can customize this basic banana cake by adding extras like chocolate chips, walnuts, or even shredded coconut.
Storage: Keep in an airtight container at room temperature for 2-3 days. If refrigerated, it can last up to a week.