Banana Brownies Steamed Cake

Steamed cakes are made with simple ingredients: flour or cake flour, milk, egg, sugar, and oil or butter.  This easy cake is very popular in Japan, possibly because kitchens there are often small and not equipped with ovens like those in the West.  This method of baking is straightforward and quick, making it ideal for preparing cakes or even bread.

Today, I'm sharing a banana brownie cake recipe that uses a brownie cake mix, eliminating the need for baking powder and other rising agents.  This saves time for lazy bakers like myself, but the result is fantastic.  Make this recipe when you want to use up ripe bananas.

Ingredients:

• 2 or 3 ripe bananas
• 2 tbsp butter
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 egg
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1 tsp cinnamon powder
• 1/2  box brownie mix (9 oz)

Directions:

1.    Caramelizing the Bananas: Peel and slice the bananas in half lengthwise.  In a 9-inch nonstick pan, add the butter and brown sugar, then place the banana slices in the pan.  Heat on low until the bananas are caramelized.

2.    Preparing the Batter: In a mixing bowl, combine the egg, oil, milk, cinnamon, and brownie mix.  Beat until smooth.

3.    Steaming the Cake: Pour the batter over the caramelized bananas in the pan.  Cover with a lid and steam on low heat for 20 minutes, or until set.

4.    Serving: Allow the cake to cool slightly before slicing.  Serve warm or at room temperature.  Enjoy your moist, banana-infused brownie cake!

This method saves time and is perfect for a lazy, indulgent treat.