Description
Indulge in the flavors of childhood with this delightful Banana Split Cake. This moist, layered cake is reminiscent of the classic ice cream treat and features creamy frosting, ripe bananas, and irresistible toppings. Perfect for birthdays, picnics, or any celebration, each slice promises a burst of sweetness and joy that will delight kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2 bananas)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy cream (for whipped topping)
- Chocolate syrup (to taste)
- Maraschino cherries (for garnish)
- Chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 9-inch round baking pans.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, then mix in mashed bananas and vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Divide batter between prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- Whip heavy cream until soft peaks form. Frost cooled cakes with whipped cream, layering with chocolate syrup if desired before stacking.
- Top with more whipped cream, nuts, and cherries before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg