Banana pudding cake

Indulge in the delightful flavors of banana pudding transformed into a scrumptious cake. This Banana Pudding Cake is perfect for any occasion, combining moist banana-flavored layers, creamy pudding filling, and a light whipped cream frosting. It’s a dessert that brings together the comfort of banana pudding and the elegance of a layer cake.

Ingredients:

• Cake:
  • 1 package yellow cake mix
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/4 cup 2% milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups mashed ripe bananas
  • 1 package (12 ounces) vanilla wafers, divided
• Filling:
  • 1 cup cold 2% milk
  • 1 package (3.4 ounces) instant banana cream pudding mix
• Whipped Cream Frosting:
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar
• Optional Garnish:
  • Sliced ripe bananas

Directions:

1. Prepare the Cake Layers:
   • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 9-inch round baking pans and line the bottoms with parchment paper; grease the parchment as well.
   • In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, milk, and vanilla extract. Beat on low speed until moistened, about 30 seconds, then beat on medium speed for 2 minutes. Stir in the mashed bananas.
   • Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans, spreading 1/2 cup of batter into each. Arrange 2 cups of vanilla wafers (1 cup per pan), flat side up, on the batter. Gently spread the remaining batter over the wafers.
   • Bake for 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool the cakes in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
2. Make the Filling:
   • In a medium bowl, whisk together the milk and banana cream pudding mix for 2 minutes. Let it stand for 2 minutes until it soft-sets.
3. Prepare the Whipped Cream Frosting:
   • In a chilled large bowl, using chilled beaters, beat the heavy whipping cream until it begins to thicken. Add the confectioners’ sugar and continue to beat until soft peaks form.
4. Assemble the Cake:
   • Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread the pudding mixture evenly over the cake. Top with the second cake layer.
   • Spread the sweetened whipped cream over the top and sides of the cake.
   • Crush 1 cup of vanilla wafers and press onto the sides of the cake. Garnish the top with the remaining whole vanilla wafers and, if desired, sliced bananas.
5. Serve:
   • Store the cake in the refrigerator until ready to serve. This cake is best enjoyed chilled.

Conclusion:

This Banana Pudding Cake is a delightful fusion of classic banana pudding and a moist layer cake. With its creamy filling and light whipped cream frosting, it’s a dessert that promises to please. Whether you’re serving it for a special occasion or a casual family gathering, this cake is sure to be a hit. Enjoy each bite of this flavorful and comforting treat!