Description
Indulge in the decadent delight of Heavenly Banana Walnut Cream Cake, a luscious dessert that perfectly balances the sweet, rich flavor of ripe bananas with the crunch of toasted walnuts. This easy-to-follow recipe results in a moist and fluffy layer cake, generously filled with whipped cream and fresh banana slices. Ideal for birthdays, holidays, or any special gathering, this cake is sure to impress your guests with its elegant presentation and comforting taste. Whether you enjoy it as a showstopper dessert at a celebration or a delightful treat at a family dinner, this Heavenly Banana Walnut Cream Cake will quickly become a favorite.
Ingredients
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- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2.5 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1.75 cups granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1.5 cups ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup walnuts, toasted & chopped
- 2–3 medium ripe bananas, sliced
- 1 Tbsp lemon juice
- 2 Tbsp brown sugar
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 0.25–0.5 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- Toast walnuts in a skillet over medium heat until fragrant (about 3–4 minutes). Let cool.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
- In another bowl, beat softened butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time and stir in vanilla extract.
- Fold in mashed bananas and buttermilk until just combined.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture, folding in toasted walnuts last.
- Pour batter into prepared pans and bake for 30–35 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely on wire racks.
- Assemble by layering whipped cream and banana slices between cake layers; frost the top and sides with remaining whipped cream.
- Chill for at least one hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 378
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 245mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg