Description
Indulgent banana walnut delight cake celebrates classic comfort with a modern twist. Moist banana layers nestled with toasted walnuts create a perfect harmony of sweetness and crunch you’ll savor with each delightful bite.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 6 ripe bananas, mashed
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup chopped walnuts
Dry Ingredients:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
Liquid and Flavor Enhancers:
- ½ cup sour cream
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups vanilla custard
Garnish:
- 2 bananas, sliced
- ½ cup walnuts
Instructions
- Thoroughly prepare the baking environment by warming the oven to 350°F and coating two round cake pans with a light grease layer.
- Create a dry ingredient foundation by whisking flour, baking soda, and salt together in a medium mixing bowl until uniformly combined.
- In a spacious mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar until the mixture becomes airy and pale, developing a fluffy texture.
- Incorporate eggs individually, ensuring each is fully integrated before adding the next, which helps maintain a smooth batter consistency.
- Blend sour cream and vanilla extract into the butter mixture, stirring until the ingredients form a homogeneous mixture.
- Gently fold mashed bananas into the wet ingredients, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Gradually introduce the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, carefully mixing until just combined to prevent overmixing.
- Delicately fold chopped walnuts into the batter, distributing them evenly for consistent nutty flavor and texture.
- Carefully divide the batter between the prepared cake pans, using a spatula to smooth and level the surfaces.
- Place pans in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 35-40 minutes, monitoring until a toothpick emerges clean when inserted into the center.
- Allow cakes to cool completely within their pans, which helps maintain structural integrity.
- Once cooled, remove cakes and trim tops if needed to create even layers.
- Position the first cake layer on a serving plate and spread a generous layer of vanilla custard across its surface.
- Carefully place the second cake layer atop the custard-covered base.
- Drizzle remaining vanilla custard over the entire cake, allowing it to cascade down the sides.
- Garnish the top with fresh banana slices and sprinkle additional walnuts for a decorative and flavorful finish.
Notes
- Elevate this cake by using overripe bananas for deeper, more intense natural sweetness and moisture.
- Toast walnuts briefly before adding to enhance their nutty flavor and provide a delightful crunch in every bite.
- Room temperature ingredients guarantee smoother mixing and ensure a more uniform, tender cake texture.
- Check cake doneness early to prevent overbaking, which can result in a dry, less enjoyable dessert.
- Store leftover cake covered in the refrigerator and consume within 3-4 days for optimal freshness and taste.
- For a decadent twist, consider adding a light cream cheese frosting instead of vanilla custard.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 35 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 60 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg