Banana Crumb Cake Carve Your Craving

I am a sucker for crumb cakes. That nutty buttery streusel on top is all you need to make me happy! Be it a classic coffee cake or a chocolate coffee crumb cake, I love them all!! Crumb cakes do not need fancy decoration. They are packed with a lot of flavors without being complicated. Adding fruit to a traditional coffee cake is not unusual for me. Last summer when I made this Almond Apricot crumb cake there was no looking back. This coffee cake with bananas is my new favorite. It is a mix of banana bread and a crumb cake. So good!!!! So, what are you waiting for?? Get in the kitchen and make this banana bread-like crumb cake now!

The ingredient list.

This recipe calls for basic ingredients like flour, bananas, nuts, sugar, milk yogurt, baking powder, soda, etc found in your kitchen. This banana cake uses no eggs so it is a good choice to make if you run out of it or if you do not consume eggs.

Frozen Vs Fresh Over-ripe Bananas

Like you, we buy a lot of bananas. Some are eaten and others a left out for a couple of days. My family hates to eat over-ripe bananas.Mostly, I don’t have the time to bake something instantly. So, I freeze overripe bananas for later use.Then I use it in smoothies, protein shakes, nice creams, muffins, banana bread, and a coffee crumb cake like this.I feel freezing the bananas is the best option as I can use them at my own pace.If you have time, you can totally use the over-ripe bananas right away. The only thing that will change in the recipe is the liquid part.As this recipe uses frozen bananas, once you thaw them, it releases a lot of water.Do not throw it, blend everything to make a milkshake consistency puree. Use 1 ¾th cup puree.If using fresh bananas, use over-ripe ones and add at least ⅓rd cup water to it to make the puree. Make sure the puree is the quantity mentioned.

Don’t skip the crumb topping!

This cake is nothing without the streusel topping. It is the best thing, so please do not skip it.

This recipe is not overly sweet!

Compared to other recipes out there, this cake uses less sugar. The sweetness highly depends on how ripe your bananas are. So, I suggest, you taste the batter and add some sugar if needed.

Tips to make an amazing banana crumb cake

For the best results, follow the recipe as given.The consistency of the batter should be thicker than the usual cake batter. It is exactly like a banana bread batter.Do not skip the crumb part. It is beyond amazing.Let the cake cool down completely before cutting it.

Make ahead of time tips.

The crumb topping.

You can make it and refrigerate for a week or freeze it for 3 months. Thaw and use.

Blend bananas.

Make the banana puree up to a day ahead of time. Refrigerate until use.

Best way to store banana cake.

Cut into pieces and store in an airtight container at room temperature for a day or in the fridge for a week.You can wrap the pieces in plastic wrap and freeze them for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge or for an hour at room temperature.

How to eat this banana bread cake?

Eat it as is for a snack or pair it with tea/coffee.Drizzle it with some caramel for amazing flavor.Warm it in the microwave for a few seconds, scoop ice cream on the top, and serve it as a dessert.

I love this recipe because-

It is easy to make and no frosting is needed. Makes a great pairing with tea, coffee, or serves as a simple snack. Kid-friendly, hence a good option for their lunchbox treat. Lovely addition to a tea party or a brunch.

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