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Heavenly Banana Walnut Cream Cake

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Indulge in the delightful layers of Heavenly Banana Walnut Cream Cake, a luscious dessert perfect for any gathering. This cake combines moist banana-flavored layers with crunchy toasted walnuts, all enveloped in a fluffy whipped cream frosting. Fresh banana slices between the layers not only enhance the texture but also add a burst of natural sweetness. Whether it’s for a birthday celebration or a cozy family dinner, this elegant cake is sure to impress and satisfy everyone’s sweet tooth.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2.5 tsp baking powder
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1.75 cups granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1.5 cups ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 1 cup walnuts, toasted and chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two 9-inch round cake pans by greasing and lining them with parchment paper.
  2. Toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat until fragrant, about 3–4 minutes; let cool.
  3. In one bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In another bowl, beat softened butter and sugar until creamy; add eggs one at a time.
  4. Mix in mashed bananas and buttermilk until just combined. Gradually fold in dry mixture and then incorporate toasted walnuts.
  5. Divide batter between prepared pans and bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Cool completely before frosting with whipped cream mixed with powdered sugar.
  7. Layer fresh banana slices between the cake layers and finish frosting the top and sides.

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