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Heavenly Banana Walnut Cream Cake

Heavenly Banana Walnut Cream Cake

Experience the delightful blend of ripe bananas and crunchy walnuts in this Heavenly Banana Walnut Cream Cake.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour can swap with gluten-free flour if needed
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder check freshness for best results
  • 1 pinch salt enhances overall flavor
  • ½ cup unsalted butter can use vegetable oil for a dairy-free option
  • 1 cup granulated sugar adjust to your taste
  • 2 medium eggs use room temperature for even mixing
  • 1 cup mashed ripe bananas the riper, the better for flavor
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts toast for an intense flavor or skip for nut-free needs
For the Frosting
  • 1 cup heavy cream half-and-half can lighten it up
  • 2 cups powdered sugar adjust based on sweetness preference
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract a key component in the frosting
Optional Serving Suggestions
  • dollop of whipped cream adds a light finish to each slice; great with coffee!

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Hand Mixer
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Cake Pans
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Heavenly Banana Walnut Cream Cake
  1. Begin your delicious journey by gathering all the ingredients for the Heavenly Banana Walnut Cream Cake. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans with butter or non-stick spray.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, and a pinch of salt.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, use a hand mixer to beat ½ cup of unsalted butter with 1 cup of granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy.
  4. Add 2 room temperature eggs to the butter-sugar mixture, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Fold in 1 cup of mashed ripe bananas.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet banana mixture, mixing until just combined. Fold in 1 cup of chopped walnuts.
  6. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and bake for about 30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in the pans for about 10 minutes before transferring them to wire racks.
  8. In a mixing bowl, whip 1 cup of heavy cream with 2 cups of powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until soft peaks form. Frost the top of one cake layer, place the second on top, and finish frosting the top and sides.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 44gProtein: 4gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 24gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure your bananas are fully ripe for enhanced sweetness and moisture. Mix gently to avoid a dense cake. Use room temperature ingredients for a smoother batter. Allow cake layers to cool completely before frosting to prevent melting the frosting.

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