Apple Banana Cake
Transform your fruit bowl into a masterpiece with this Apple Banana Cake! This isn't just a fruit cake; it’s a clever, layered delight where sweet banana slices are hidden inside a fluffy, vanilla-scented sponge, while cinnamon-spiced apples roast to perfection on top. Finished with a nutty crunch of toasted almonds, every slice offers a surprise of textures and flavors. It’s the perfect way to use up ripe fruit and creates a cozy, aromatic treat that tastes like a warm hug!
Ingredients for 8–10 slices
Instructions
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1
Slice the banana and apples, then toss the apple slices in a bowl with lemon juice, 1.5 tbsp sugar, and cinnamon.
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2
Whisk the eggs with vanilla sugar and a pinch of salt for 2 minutes, then add 1/2 cup sugar and mix until pale.
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3
Pour in the melted butter, oil, and apple juice, mixing well to combine.
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Gradually mix in the flour and baking powder until a smooth batter forms.
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5
Grease a baking pan with butter and dust the bottom with 1 tbsp sugar.
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6
Pour half of the batter into the pan, arrange the banana slices in a layer, and then cover them with the remaining batter.
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Arrange the cinnamon-spiced apple slices on top of the cake and sprinkle with the sliced almonds.
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Bake at 380°F (190°C) for 30 to 35 minutes until golden brown.
