Description
A delightful and moist banana walnut cream cake that is perfect for any occasion, offering a heavenly taste with every slice.
Ingredients
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- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 cup walnuts, chopped
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the mashed bananas and vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the chopped walnuts.
- Pour the batter into a greased cake pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool completely.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
- Spread the whipped cream over the cooled cake and garnish with additional walnuts if desired.
Notes
- Ensure bananas are very ripe for the best flavor.
- Can substitute walnuts with pecans if preferred.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Banana Cake, Walnut Cake, Cream Cake, Dessert Recipe