Banana Date Cake

Name: Banana Date Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Baking & Desserts
Ingredients: 1/2 c. shortening; 1 1/2 c. sugar; 2 eggs; 1 c. mashed bananas; 1 tsp. vanilla; 2 c. flour, sifted; 1 tsp. soda; 1 tsp. salt; 1/2 c. sour milk or buttermilk; 1/2 c. dates, cut up; 1/2 c. pecans or walnuts

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Banana Date Cake – a delicious recipe with shortening, sugar, eggs, bananas, vanilla, flour. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Serves 4 Baking & Desserts

Servings: persons

1/2 c. shortening
1 1/2 c. sugar
2 eggs
1 c. mashed bananas
1 tsp. vanilla
2 c. flour, sifted
1 tsp. soda
1 tsp. salt
1/2 c. sour milk or buttermilk
1/2 c. dates, cut up
1/2 c. pecans or walnuts

1
Mix shortening, sugar and eggs together thoroughly.
2
Stir in mashed bananas and vanilla.
3
Add sifted dry ingredients alternately with milk.
4
Blend in dates and nuts.
5
Pour into well-greased and lightly floured 9-inch square pan.
6
Bake in a moderate oven (350u00b0) for 40 to 45 minutes.
7
Cool.
8
Frost with lemon or orange confectioners sugar icing or cut into squares and serve with whipped cream and banana slices.

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Frequently Asked Questions

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 c. shortening, 1 1/2 c. sugar, 2 eggs, 1 c. mashed bananas, and more.

Yes, Banana Date Cake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Quick Info

Servings
4 servings
Category
Baking & Desserts

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