Preparation
Step 1:
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line cake pans.
Step 2:
In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt.
Step 3:
In another bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Step 4:
Add eggs one at a time, mixing well. Stir in vanilla.
Step 5:
Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk, mixing until smooth.
Step 6:
Divide batter into pans and bake for 25–30 minutes until done.
Step 7:
Let cakes cool completely.
Step 8:
Prepare pudding by whisking milk, pudding mix, and condensed milk until thick. Fold in whipped cream.
Step 9:
Assemble cake: layer cake, pudding mixture, banana slices, and vanilla wafers.
Step 10:
Repeat layers and finish with whipped cream on top.
Step 11:
Chill for at least 2–3 hours before serving.
Variation
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- Chocolate Banana: Add chocolate chips or ganache
- Strawberry Banana: Add fresh strawberries
- Caramel Banana: Drizzle caramel between layers
- No-Bake Version: Use only pudding and wafers
- Cupcake Style: Make individual servings
COOKING Note
Use ripe bananas for the best flavor and sweetness. Avoid assembling too early to prevent wafers from becoming too soft.
Serving Suggestions
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- Serve chilled for best texture
- Pair with coffee or milk
- Add extra wafers on top for crunch
- Perfect for parties and holidays
Tips
- Use room temperature ingredients for cake
- Don’t overmix batter
- Chill before slicing for clean layers
- Add lemon juice to bananas to prevent browning
- Store in refrigerator
Prep Time:
25 minutes
Cooking Time:
30 minutes
Total Time:
55 minutes (+ chilling time)
Nutritional Information (per slice approx.)
- Calories: 450
- Protein: 6g
- Sodium: 240mg
FAQs
1. Can I make this ahead of time?
Yes, it tastes better after chilling.
2. Can I freeze it?
Not recommended due to pudding texture.
3. How long does it last?
Up to 3 days in the fridge.
4. Can I use homemade pudding?
Yes, it enhances flavor.
5. Why are my wafers soft?
They absorb moisture from pudding—this is normal.
Conclusion
This Banana Pudding Cake is a rich, creamy, and nostalgic dessert that combines the best of cake and pudding in one delicious treat. With its soft layers, sweet bananas, and creamy filling, it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for any occasion. Once you try it, it will quickly become a favorite in your dessert collection!
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