Banana Maple Coffee Cake is here to rescue your mornings from the depths of dullness. Sweet bananas meet rich maple syrup in a crumbly, buttery masterpiece. Every bite delivers a cozy, nostalgic blend of flavors that scream “comfort food.” Perfect for brunches, snacks, or unapologetic dessert-for-breakfast days. The maple glaze is the showstopper, adding a sticky-sweet finale to an already irresistible cake. This isn’t just a coffee cake; it’s a love letter to breakfast done right. Be warned, though—this cake vanishes faster than free Wi-Fi at a coffee shop.
Banana Maple Coffee Cake
Banana Maple Coffee Cake with a nutty crumb topping and maple glaze.
Ingredients
Cake Batter:
- 3 ripe bananas mashed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon maple extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup sour cream
Crumb Topping:
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cold butter cubed
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
Maple Glaze:
- 1/3 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon milk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan and set aside.
- Cream butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in eggs, mashed bananas, vanilla, and maple extract.
- Combine flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon in another bowl.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture, alternating with sour cream. Mix until smooth.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly.
- Prepare the crumb topping by combining brown sugar and flour. Cut in cold butter until crumbly, then stir in pecans. Sprinkle on top.
- Bake for 40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let the cake cool.
- For the glaze, whisk powdered sugar, maple syrup, and milk until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled cake.
Notes
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: 360
- Total Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Potassium: 10%
- Calcium: 6%
- Iron: 5%
- Magnesium: 4%
- Vitamin B6: 3%
Additional Notes
- Swap pecans with walnuts if preferred.
- Use dark maple syrup for a bolder flavor.
- Add a pinch of nutmeg for extra warmth.
- Serve warm with a side of whipped cream or coffee.
