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Banana Pudding Cake

Banana Pudding Cake

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Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Banana Cake

  • 1 box 15.25 oz yellow cake mix
  • 2 large ripe bananas mashed
  • 3 large eggs
  • 3/4 cup water
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil

For the Vanilla Pudding Layer

  • 1 box 5.1 oz, XL size instant vanilla pudding mix
  • 2 2/3 cups whole milk
  • For the Fresh Banana Layer
  • 7 large ripe bananas peeled and sliced into 1/2-inch rounds

For the Whipped Cream Topping

  • 2 1/2 cups heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup vanilla wafer cookies crushed

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Recipe

    Step 1: Prepare the Banana Cake

    • Preheat and Prepare:
    • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick spray and set aside.
    • Mix the Batter:
    • In a large mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, mashed bananas, eggs, water, and vegetable oil. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed until the batter is smooth and well-combined.
    • Mixing the Batter
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    • Bake the Cake:
    • Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 28-32 minutes. Use a toothpick to test for doneness; it should come out clean. Allow the cake to cool completely on a wire rack.
    • Banana Pudding Cake Bake

    Step 2: Make the Vanilla Pudding Layer

    • In a medium bowl, whisk the vanilla instant pudding mix with the whole milk.
    • Continue whisking for 2-3 minutes until the mixture thickens.
    • Cover the pudding with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 10 minutes.

    Step 3: Assemble the Cake

    • Poke the Cake
    • Once the cake has cooled, use the handle of a wooden spoon or a skewer to poke holes evenly across the surface. Space the holes about 1 inch apart to ensure even distribution of the pudding.
    • Add the Pudding Layer
    • Take the chilled pudding out of the refrigerator and pour it over the cake. Use a spatula to spread it evenly, making sure the pudding fills the holes completely. This step ensures the cake remains moist and flavorful.
    • Layer the Bananas
    • Arrange the banana slices in a single layer on top of the pudding. Cover the entire surface to create a beautiful, even layer of fresh fruit.
    • Layer the Bananas

    Step 4: Prepare the Whipped Cream Topping

    • In a chilled mixing bowl, combine the heavy cream and granulated sugar.
    • Beat with an electric mixer on high speed until stiff peaks form. This process should take 3-5 minutes.
    • Gently spread the whipped cream over the banana layer, smoothing it out evenly.
    • Step 5: Add the Final Touch
    • Sprinkle the crushed vanilla wafer cookies over the whipped cream. This topping adds a delightful crunch and enhances the presentation of the dessert.

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