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Heavenly Banana Walnut Cream Cake Recipe

Heavenly Banana Walnut Cream Cake Recipe
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This Heavenly Banana Walnut Cream Cake is a moist, rich dessert combining the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with crunchy walnuts and a luscious cream cheese frosting. Perfect for celebrations or an indulgent treat, this cake balances soft textures and nutty flavors with a smooth, fluffy cream topping.

Ingredients

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For the Cake:

  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup light brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2–3 bananas)
  • ½ cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
  • ½ cup milk
  • ¾ cup chopped walnuts

For the Cream Frosting:

  • 1 ½ cups heavy whipping cream
  • ½ cup cream cheese, softened
  • ¼ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For Garnish:

  • Sliced bananas (fresh)
  • Chopped walnuts
  • Drizzle of honey or caramel sauce (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 8-inch round cake pans with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal of the cakes after baking.
  2. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and optional cinnamon until fully combined. Set this mixture aside.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter with granulated sugar and light brown sugar until the mixture is light, fluffy, and creamy, about 2 to 3 minutes.
  4. Add Eggs and Bananas: Beat in the eggs one at a time to the butter-sugar mixture, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next. Stir in the vanilla extract and then mix in the mashed bananas until well combined.
  5. Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients: Alternately add the dry flour mixture, milk, and sour cream or Greek yogurt to the banana mixture. Mix just until combined to avoid overmixing, which can make the cake tough.
  6. Fold in Walnuts: Gently fold the chopped walnuts into the batter using a spatula, making sure they are evenly distributed but without overmixing.
  7. Bake the Cake: Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared cake pans. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean. Allow the cakes to cool completely on wire racks before frosting.
  8. Make the Cream Frosting: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy. Add the vanilla extract, then whip in the heavy whipping cream until the frosting is thick, fluffy, and forms soft peaks.
  9. Assemble the Cake: Place one layer of the cooled cake on a serving plate. Spread an even layer of cream frosting on top. Place the second cake layer on top and cover the entire cake with the remaining frosting.
  10. Decorate: Garnish the frosted cake with fresh banana slices, additional chopped walnuts, and if desired, drizzle lightly with honey or caramel sauce for added indulgence before serving.

Notes

  • Ensure bananas are very ripe for the best natural sweetness and moisture in the cake.
  • To prevent the bananas from browning after slicing for garnish, you can lightly brush them with lemon juice.
  • For a lighter frosting, you may substitute half of the heavy cream with whipped coconut cream (not recommended for standard cream cheese frosting consistency).
  • Chilling the cake in the refrigerator for 30 minutes after frosting can help the cream set better before serving.
  • This cake can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Room temperature ingredients produce a smoother batter and better cake texture.

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