Banana Pudding Cake Stuffed With Banana Pudding
Banana pudding is a classic Southern dessert that is a crowd-pleaser at any gathering. A creamy and indulgent treat that combines vanilla custard, sliced bananas, and Nilla wafers. But have you ever thought of incorporating this classic flavor into a cake? This article will guide you through the steps to make a delicious banana pudding cake stuffed with banana pudding.
Ingredients
Before we dive into the recipe, let's gather all the necessary ingredients.
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 and 1/4 cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1 box instant banana pudding (3.4 ounces)
- 2 cups cold milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Nilla wafers, for decoration
- Sliced bananas, for decoration
Directions
Now that you have all the necessary ingredients, let's get started with the directions.
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch cake pan, set it aside.
Step 2: Make the Banana Pudding
Prepare the instant banana pudding according to the package instructions. In a mixing bowl, combine the instant banana pudding mix with cold milk. Whisk vigorously for 2 minutes, until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Set it aside.
Step 3: Prepare the Cake Batter
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set it aside.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar with a hand mixer or a stand mixer. Beat until the mixture becomes light and fluffy.
Beat in the eggs, one at a time, until fully combined. Add in the vanilla extract and mix well.
Gradually mix the flour mixture into the wet mixture. Add in the sour cream and whole milk. Mix until everything is well combined.
Step 4: Assemble the Cake
Pour half of the cake batter into the prepared cake pan. Smooth out the surface with a spatula.
Carefully spoon the prepared banana pudding over the cake batter, spreading it evenly over the surface of the batter.
Pour the remaining cake batter over the banana pudding layer, smoothing it out with a spatula.
Step 5: Bake the Cake
Place the cake in the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
When the cake is done, remove it from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack.
Step 6: Make the Whipped Cream Topping
In a mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract together with a hand mixer or a stand mixer until the mixture becomes thick and fluffy.
Step 7: Decorate the Cake
Remove the cake from the cake pan and place it on a serving plate. Spread the whipped cream topping over the surface of the cake.
Decorate the cake with Nilla wafers and sliced bananas.
Conclusion
Now that you know how to make a banana pudding cake stuffed with banana pudding, it's time to give it a try. This delicious and indulgent cake is sure to impress your family and friends at any gathering.