Description

This Banana Walnut Dream Cake is the perfect blend of ripe bananas and crunchy walnuts, enveloped in a rich, creamy frosting. It’s moist, flavorful, and so easy to make, making it the perfect dessert for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a family gathering or indulging in a sweet treat for yourself, this cake will delight everyone at the table.

Ingredients

Scale

3 ripe bananas
1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
½ tsp baking soda
¼ tsp salt
½ cup butter, softened
¾ cup granulated sugar
¼ cup brown sugar
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
½ cup buttermilk
1 cup chopped walnuts

2. For the Frosting:

8 oz cream cheese, softened
½ cup butter, softened
1 ½ cups powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
In a bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
In another bowl, whisk the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Cream the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar in a mixing bowl until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, and beat well.
Add the mashed bananas and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients alternately with the buttermilk, mixing until smooth.
Gently fold in the chopped walnuts.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Cool the cake in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
For the frosting, beat the cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth and creamy.
Frost the cooled cake and garnish with additional chopped walnuts if desired.

Notes

For extra moisture, consider adding a tablespoon of sour cream to the batter. Toasting the walnuts before folding them into the cake adds depth to their flavor.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 8-10
Calories: 280
Sugar: 25g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 31g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 45mg