Slow Cooker Banana Bread Cake with Brown Sugar Sauce
This Slow Cooker Banana Bread Cake with Brown Sugar Sauce is incredibly moist and bursting with flavor, perfect for an easy indulgent treat anytime!
Equipment
- Slow Cooker
- Mixing Bowls
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Rubber spatula
- Whisk
- Small saucepan
Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup canola or vegetable oil
- 1 cup light brown sugar packed
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups mashed ripe bananas about 3 large bananas
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon optional
- 1 cup boiling water
For the Brown Sugar Sauce:
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- a splash water
Instructions
Preparation
- Grease the inside of your slow cooker with a little oil or cooking spray to prevent sticking.
Mixing Batter
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the 2 large eggs, 1 cup canola or vegetable oil, 1 cup light brown sugar, 1 cup granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons vanilla extract, and 1 ½ cups mashed ripe bananas until smooth and well combined.
- In another bowl, sift together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, ½ teaspoon baking soda, ½ teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon cinnamon (if using) to evenly distribute leavening agents.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are okay.
- Carefully stir in 1 cup boiling water. The batter will be quite thin, but that’s what makes the cake moist!
Cooking
- Pour the batter into the prepared slow cooker. Smooth the top with a spatula.
- Cover and cook on the low setting for about 3 to 4 hours, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cooking times may vary based on your slow cooker model.
Brown Sugar Sauce
- While the cake is cooking, prepare the brown sugar sauce. In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup light brown sugar and a splash of water. Heat over medium, stirring until the sugar dissolves and the mixture thickens slightly. Set aside.
Serving
- Once the cake is done, turn off the slow cooker and let it cool for a few minutes. Serve warm, drizzled with the brown sugar sauce.
Notes
- Use very ripe bananas for the best flavor and sweetness.
- This cake freezes beautifully; wrap tightly and store in an airtight container.
- Adjust cinnamon amount to your preference for a stronger spice flavor.
- Serve warm or at room temperature for delicious results.