Description
Heavenly Banana Walnut Cream Cake is a moist, tender banana cake layered with crunchy walnuts and topped with a luscious, creamy frosting, making it a comforting and indulgent dessert.
Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 cup chopped walnuts
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- In another bowl, cream butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla and mashed bananas.
- Stir in sour cream, then gradually add dry ingredients.
- Fold in chopped walnuts.
- Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 40–45 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cake to cool completely.
- Beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whip heavy cream to stiff peaks.
- Fold whipped cream into cream cheese mixture.
- Spread frosting over cooled cake, slice, and serve.
Notes
- Use very ripe bananas for the best flavor.
- Toast walnuts lightly for extra crunch.
- Store refrigerated due to cream topping.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American