One-Bowl Moist Banana Cake with Cinnamon Sugar Glaze
A moist, tender banana cake made in a single bowl and topped with a sweet cinnamon sugar glaze for extra warmth. This american-inspired desserts ready in about 75 minutes layers granulated sugar, vegetable oil, large eggs into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 250 calories and feeds 10, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 3 medium, mashed (about 1 1/2 cups) ripe bananas
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp milk
- 1/2 tsp (for glaze) ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F. In a large bowl, mash 3 medium ripe bananas until smooth, then whisk in 3/4 cup granulated sugar, 1/3 cup vegetable oil, and 2 large eggs until fully combined.
- Step 2: Add 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 tsp baking soda, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1 tsp ground cinnamon to the banana mixture. Stir gently until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
- Step 3: Pour batter into a greased 9x5-inch loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Step 4: While the cake cools, whisk together 1 cup powdered sugar, 2 tbsp milk, and 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon to make the glaze.
- Step 5: Drizzle the cinnamon sugar glaze evenly over the cooled banana cake before slicing and serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Bowl Moist Banana Cake with Cinnamon Sugar Glaze take to make?
Total time is about 75 minutes (15 min prep + 60 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover One-Bowl Moist Banana Cake with Cinnamon Sugar Glaze?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in One-Bowl Moist Banana Cake with Cinnamon Sugar Glaze?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale One-Bowl Moist Banana Cake with Cinnamon Sugar Glaze for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 10 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 10). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with One-Bowl Moist Banana Cake with Cinnamon Sugar Glaze?
American desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
