Heavenly Banana Walnut Cream Cake
Heavenly Banana Walnut Cream Cake is a delightful dessert that brings comfort and joy with every bite. The combination of ripe bananas and crunchy walnuts creates a wonderful flavor and texture. This cake is perfect for birthdays, family gatherings, or simply as a sweet treat to enjoy at home. With its creamy frosting and moist cake, it is sure to impress your friends and family.
Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas mashed
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup chopped walnuts
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup cream cheese softened
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla extract.
- Gradually mix in the mashed bananas, then alternate adding the dry ingredients with the buttermilk. Mix until just combined.
- Stir in the chopped walnuts.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- For the frosting, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
- Beat in the softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Once the cake has cooled, spread the cream cheese frosting over the top and sprinkle with additional chopped walnuts for garnish.