HOW TO MAKE SIERRA LEONE BANANA CAKE!!

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is a healthier fat option.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds natural sweetness and moisture.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: self-rising flour

Whole wheat flour increases fiber content.

chopped nuts

🥗Healthier: seeds

💰Cheaper: omit

Seeds provide crunch without allergens.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Grease a baking pan with butter or cooking spray.

Mash ripe bananas in a large bowl until smooth.

Mix in melted butter until well combined.

Add sugar and eggs, whisking until fully incorporated.

Stir in vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg.

In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt.

Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.

Fold in milk, chopped nuts, raisins, and coconut flakes if using.

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan.

Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.

Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Slice and serve warm or at room temperature.

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