Heavenly Banana Cream Cake with Vanilla Wafer Crunch

Ingredients

- 1 box yellow cake mix
- 1 package banana cream pudding mix (3.4 oz)
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 3/4 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2 bananas)
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup Nilla wafer cookies, crushed

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.

2. Prepare the Cake Batter:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, banana cream pudding mix, eggs, vegetable oil, and mashed bananas.
- Using an electric mixer, blend the ingredients on low speed for 30 seconds. Then, increase to medium speed and beat for about 2 minutes until the mixture is smooth and well combined.

3. Bake the Cakes:
- Evenly divide the cake batter between the two prepared pans.
- Place the pans in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

4. Cool the Cakes:
- Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for about 10 minutes before carefully removing them and transferring to a wire rack to cool completely, approximately 1 hour.

5. Prepare the Frosting:
- Pour the heavy cream into a chilled mixing bowl. Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract.
- Whip the mixture using an electric mixer on high speed until stiff peaks form, around 3-4 minutes.

6. Assemble the Cake:
- Place one cake layer on a serving platter. Spread a generous amount of whipped cream frosting over the top.
- Place the second cake layer on top and spread more whipped cream over the top and sides, ensuring an even coat.

7. Add the Crunch:
- Gently press the crushed Nilla wafer cookies along the sides of the cake, creating a delightful crunch with every bite.

8. Chill and Serve:
- Refrigerate the assembled cake for at least 1 hour to set the frosting. Slice and serve chilled for the best flavor.

Preparation & Cooking Times

- Preparation Time: PT30M
30 minutes

- Cooking Time: PT30M
30 minutes

- Cooling Time: PT1H10M
1 hour and 10 minutes

Total Time

- Total Time: PT2H10M
2 hours and 10 minutes

Type of Dish

- Dessert

Keywords

1. Banana Cake
2. Banana Dessert
3. Creamy Cake
4. Nilla Wafer Crunch
5. Easy Baking
6. Homemade Cake
7. Party Dessert
8. Layer Cake
9. Cake Recipe
10. Whipped Cream

Recipe Yield

- Serves 8

Calories

- Total Calories: 3,520

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