Banana Poke Cake With Cream Cheese Frosting
Are you looking for a delicious and unique dessert to serve at your next gathering? Look no further than banana poke cake with cream cheese frosting. Not only is this cake easy to make, but it is also sure to impress your guests. With its blend of moist banana cake and rich cream cheese frosting, this dessert is perfect for any occasion. Follow this simple recipe to make your own banana poke cake with cream cheese frosting.
Ingredients:
- 1 box yellow cake mix
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 3 eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 box instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
2. In a large bowl, mix together the cake mix, mashed bananas, water, vegetable oil, and eggs until well combined.
3. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean when inserted into the center of the cake.
4. While the cake is baking, mix together the milk and instant pudding mix. Set aside to thicken for 5 minutes.
5. Once the cake is done baking, use the end of a wooden spoon to poke several holes all over the cake.
6. Pour the thickened pudding mixture over the cake, making sure it seeps into the holes.
7. In a separate bowl, beat the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Set aside.
8. In another bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add in the powdered sugar and vanilla extract and beat until well combined.
9. Fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until well combined.
10. Spread the cream cheese frosting over the cake, making sure to cover the pudding layer completely.
11. Refrigerate the cake for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
Variations:
If you're feeling adventurous, try these variations of banana poke cake with cream cheese frosting:
- Add chopped nuts, such as pecans or walnuts, to the cream cheese frosting for a crunchy texture.
- Try using chocolate cake mix instead of yellow for a chocolate banana flavor.
- Add a layer of sliced bananas on top of the pudding layer for extra banana flavor.
- Top the cake with whipped cream and sliced bananas before serving for a pretty presentation.
Conclusion:
In conclusion, banana poke cake with cream cheese frosting is a delicious and easy dessert that is sure to please any crowd. With its moist banana cake, creamy pudding layer, and rich cream cheese frosting, this dessert is perfect for any occasion. Whether you're hosting a party, bringing a dish to a potluck, or just looking for a sweet treat to enjoy at home, banana poke cake with cream cheese frosting is the way to go. Give this recipe a try and watch as your guests rave about this delicious dessert!
