Description
Savor the delightful layers of this easy banana split cake, combining moist cake, creamy frosting, fresh bananas, and cherries—perfect for summer celebrations or any sweet craving.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 2 cups whipped cream (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 cup maraschino cherries
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and sugar until combined.
- In another bowl, mash ripe bananas and mix with softened butter until creamy. Add eggs and blend well.
- Combine the banana mixture with dry ingredients; stir until just mixed. Pour batter into the prepared dish and smooth the top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown; a toothpick should come out clean. Let cool completely.
- Mix sweetened condensed milk and whipped cream until fluffy; spread over cooled cake. Top with sliced bananas and cherries. Refrigerate for at least one hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: - Enhance flavor by adding chopped nuts or substituting some bananas for strawberries. - For optimal flavor melding, chill your cake overnight before serving. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; avoid freezing.