Description
Heavenly Banana Walnut Cream Cake is a delightful dessert that combines moist banana cake with crunchy walnuts and a rich, creamy frosting. Each slice brings a taste of nostalgia, evoking memories of warm family gatherings. Perfect for birthdays or any occasion, this easy-to-make cake will impress your guests and satisfy your sweet cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ripe bananas (mashed)
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup chopped walnuts (toasted)
- 1 cup heavy cream (for frosting)
- 2 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Gradually mix in vegetable oil and eggs until smooth.
- Fold in mashed bananas and chopped walnuts gently to maintain fluffiness.
- Divide batter between prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- For frosting, whip heavy cream until soft peaks form, then gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla until combined.
- Once cooled, layer the cakes with frosting in between and on top. Garnish with additional walnuts if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Swap walnuts for pecans or add chocolate chips for a twist. To make it more moist, consider adding yogurt or sour cream.