Banana and Cherry Coffee Cakes
Banana and Cherry Coffee Cakes combine the best of both worlds: soft, sweet banana and tangy cherries, baked into a rich, moist treat. The result is a cake that has all the flavors you crave while still pretending to be sophisticated enough for a brunch spread.
Ingredients
- 1 ripe banana mashed
- 1 cup fresh cherries pitted and halved
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream or yogurt
- 1/4 cup milk
- Optional: Crushed nuts for topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your loaf pan.
- In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a separate large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Stir in vanilla and mashed banana.
- Gradually add dry ingredients, alternating with sour cream and milk.
- Gently fold in the halved cherries.
- Pour batter into pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool for 10 minutes before removing from the pan.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
Nutritional values (per serving):
- Calories: 280
- Total Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Vitamin A: 8%
- Vitamin C: 10%
- Calcium: 4%
- Iron: 6%
- Vitamin D: 2%
- For a deeper flavor, try adding a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the batter.
- If you're feeling extra, top with a sprinkle of powdered sugar or a drizzle of icing.