Description
Indulge in the Heavenly Banana Walnut Cream Cake, a luxurious dessert that transforms overripe bananas and toasted walnuts into a mouthwatering treat. With its moist layers filled with fluffy whipped cream and fresh banana slices, this cake is perfect for any celebration. Whether it’s a birthday party or a casual family gathering, the irresistible combination of flavors and textures will leave everyone wanting more. Easy to make and beautifully presented, this delightful cake showcases your baking skills while pleasing all palates.
Ingredients
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- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1.75 cups granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1.5 cups ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1 cup walnuts, toasted and chopped
- Additional banana slices for layering
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two 9-inch round cake pans.
- Toast walnuts in a skillet until fragrant; set aside.
- In one bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until light. Add eggs one at a time and mix in vanilla extract.
- Stir in mashed bananas and buttermilk until just combined.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients and gently fold in walnuts.
- Divide batter between pans; bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely.
- Prepare whipped cream frosting by beating chilled heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
- Assemble by layering whipped cream and banana slices between cake layers; frost the top and sides with remaining whipped cream.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 75mg