Thanks to YouTube's viral magic, this pan-fried banana cake recipe exploded worldwide in April 2020, surpassing 26 million views within a year. Fatima, the expert behind the Moroccan Cuisine channel, shared this one-egg cake and never anticipated the global frenzy.
During lockdown, demand surged for simple, quick, and delicious recipes, propelling her cake to stardom. Over 9,000 comments pour in, thanking the Moroccan chef for this easy, flavorful gem.
Pan-Fried Banana Cake: A Budget-Friendly Treat to Delight Your Taste Buds
“Thanks for the recipe. I just tried it and it's very good. It really is a treat”; “It really is a delight. Your recipes are economical and very easy to make”; “Delicious recipe. The pan stuck, but that didn't stop us from enjoying it!”, readers rave.
Ready for Fatima's foolproof method? It's all here.
How to Make the YouTube-Sensation Pan-Fried Banana Cake
INGREDIENTS
- 1 egg
- 2 bananas
- 150 ml of milk
- 80 g of sugar
- 60 ml vegetable oil
- A pinch of salt
- 7 g vanilla sugar
- 8g baking powder
- 150 g soft wheat flour
- 1 large tbsp of white vinegar
PREPARATION
- Sprinkle the bottom of a non-stick pan with a tablespoon of sugar. If no non-stick pan, melt a knob of butter.
- Cut two bananas into medium slices and arrange in the pan. Apples or an apple-banana mix work too.
- In a bowl, crack 1 egg. Add a pinch of salt, vanilla sugar, and 60 g sugar. Whisk well.
- While whisking, pour in 150 ml milk, then 60 ml vegetable oil.
- Sift 150 g flour with 8 g baking powder. Fold into the wet mixture. Stir in 1 tbsp white vinegar (or lemon juice) for a lighter texture and faster rise.
- Pour batter into the pan. Cover and cook on low heat for 20 minutes.
- Flip onto a plate and cook the other side uncovered for 3-4 minutes.
Done! Bon appétit! 😉
