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Banana Pecan Caramel Cake – A Decadent Dessert with Southern Charm


  • Author: WAFA LI

Ingredients

• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free 1:1 blend)
• 1 tsp baking soda
• ½ tsp cinnamon
• ¼ tsp salt
• 3 ripe bananas, mashed (about 1 cup)
• ⅓ cup melted butter or coconut oil
• ⅓ cup brown sugar or coconut sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the caramel-pecan topping:
• ¼ cup heavy cream or full-fat coconut milk
• 3 tbsp butter or coconut oil
• ⅓ cup brown sugar
• ½ tsp vanilla extract
• ½ cup chopped pecans
• Pinch of salt

Optional caramel drizzle (for serving):
• Store-bought or homemade caramel sauce


Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8-inch round or square baking pan or line with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, mix mashed bananas, melted butter, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
  4. Gradually add dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
  5. Pour half the batter into the pan and spread evenly.
  6. Make the caramel topping: In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine cream, butter, brown sugar, vanilla, and salt. Simmer 3–4 minutes, stirring constantly, until thickened slightly. Remove from heat and stir in chopped pecans.
  7. Drop spoonfuls of caramel-pecan mixture over the first layer of batter. Gently swirl with a knife.
  8. Top with remaining batter, spreading carefully to cover.
  9. Bake 30–35 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
  10. Let cool slightly before slicing. Drizzle with extra caramel before serving for that sweet finish!

Perfect for birthdays, Thanksgiving dessert, or anytime you need a show-stopping treat!

PREP TIME & NUTRITION :
Prep Time : 15 mins , Cook Time : 35 mins , Total Time : 50 mins , Servings : 9 slices , Calories : 260 , Net Carbs: 32g , Fats: 13g , Protein: 4g