Soft, spiced, and irresistibly delicious, Jamaican Banana Bulla Cakes are a beloved treat that brings the warmth of the island straight to your taste buds! These hearty, slightly dense cakes are made with ripe bananas, rich molasses, warm spices like nutmeg and cinnamon, and a touch of vanilla for a perfectly balanced flavor.
Traditionally enjoyed with cheese, butter, or a glass of milk, Banana Bulla is the ultimate snack—whether you’re on the go or savoring a moment of sweetness. The deep caramel notes from the molasses blend beautifully with the natural sweetness of the bananas, creating a comforting, home-baked taste in every bite.
If you love old-fashioned, wholesome Jamaican baked goods, this one is a must-try! Have you ever had Banana Bulla before? Let us know how you like to enjoy yours!
INGREDIENTS NEEDED FOR BANANA BULLA CAKES
1. All Purpose Flour – Spoon and levelled.
2. Light Brown Sugar
3. Nutmeg
4. Salt
5. Molasses
6. Baking Powder
7. Vanilla
8. Butter
9. Overripe Banana
10. Ginger Powder
11. Mixed Spice
12. Cinnamon
13. Baking Soda
HOW TO MAKE JAMAICAN BANANA BULLA CAKES
1. In a large bowl, mash one medium overripe banana.
2. Add in 2 tsp vanilla, 2 tbsp melted unsalted butter, 1 tsp molasses, and 3/4 cup light brown sugar (120g). Mix well.
3. In a separate bowl, add in 2 cups flour (250g), 1/2 tsp salt, 1 tsp cinnamon, 1/2 tsp mixed spice, 1/4 tsp nutmeg, 1 tsp ginger, 3/4 tsp baking powder, and 1/4 tsp baking soda.
4. Dust your surface with 1 tbsp flour and roll out your dough to 1/2″ thickness.
5. Use a 2 1/2″ cookie cutter to cut out your bulla and bore a small hole in the middle of the bulla.
6. Bake at 350F for 10 mins. Brush with 1/2 tbsp melted butter once done. Let cool for at least 10 mins before enjoying.
HOW TO STORE IT
Your bulla cakes will last for up to 4 days in an airtight container.
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HOLEY BULLA BANANA BULLA CAKES
Ingredients
- 2 cups All Purpose Flour Spoon and levelled. Plus 1 tbsp for dusting
- ¾ cup Light Brown Sugar 120g
- ¼ tsp Nutmeg
- ½ tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Molasses
- ¾ tsp Baking Powder
- 2 tsp Vanilla
- 2 tbsp Butter 30g
- 1 Overripe Banana
- 1 tsp Ginger Powder
- ½ tsp Mixed Spice
- 1 tsp Cinnamon
- ¼ tsp Baking Soda
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mash one medium overripe banana.
- Add in 2 tsp vanilla, 2 tbsp melted unsalted butter, 1 tsp molasses, and 3/4 cup light brown sugar (120g). Mix well.
- In a separate bowl, add in 2 cups flour (250g), 1/2 tsp salt, 1 tsp cinnamon, 1/2 tsp mixed spice, 1/4 tsp nutmeg, 1 tsp ginger, 3/4 tsp baking powder, and 1/4 tsp baking soda.
- Dust your surface with 1 tbsp flour and roll out your dough to 1/2" thickness.
- Use a 2 1/2" cookie cutter to cut out your bulla and bore a small hole in the middle of the bulla.
- Bake at 350F for 10 mins. Brush with 1/2 tbsp melted butter once done. Let cool for at least 10 mins before enjoying.
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