Description
Banana Cream Cake is a nostalgic delight that combines moist, banana-flavored layers with rich, fluffy whipped cream. Each slice bursts with flavor and sweetness, making it the perfect dessert for any celebration or cozy family gathering. With its easy preparation method, even novice bakers can create this show-stopping treat that’s sure to impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 3 medium bananas)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two round cake pans.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Beat softened butter until creamy; add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Mix in mashed bananas and vanilla extract until just combined.
- Fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture gently until no flour streaks remain.
- Divide batter between prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- Whip heavy cream until soft peaks form and set aside.
- Assemble by layering cakes with whipped cream and banana slices in between; top with more whipped cream and banana slices.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Use very ripe bananas for optimal sweetness and moisture. For added texture, consider folding in chopped nuts or using alternative fruits like strawberries. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.