Classic Banana Cake

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.

2. 2

   In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

3. 3

   Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.

4. 4

   Mash the bananas in a separate bowl, then mix them into the creamed mixture.

5. 5

   In another bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, and salt.

6. 6

   Add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture alternately with the milk, mixing just until incorporated.

7. 7

   Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.

8. 8

   Bake in the preheated oven for 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.

9. 9

   Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely before serving.