Description
This Banana Pudding Layer Cake is a delightful dessert that brings the comforting flavors of banana pudding to life in a stunning layered cake. Each slice showcases rich, moist layers infused with banana essence and creamy fillings, complemented by the crunchy texture of toasted coconut. This cake is ideal for any celebration, from birthdays to family gatherings, and is sure to impress your guests with its beautiful presentation and irresistible flavor. Whether you’re baking for a special occasion or just treating yourself, this easy-to-follow recipe will guide you through every step of the way.
Ingredients
- 30.5 ounces French Vanilla cake mix
- 6 eggs
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup oil
- 2 cups toasted coconut (reserve some for topping)
- 16 ounces caramel sauce
- 5 ounces Nilla wafer cookies
- 3.4 ounces Instant Banana Pudding
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk
- 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 8 ounces Cool Whip (thawed)
- 3 cups unsalted butter (softened)
- 6 cups powdered sugar
- 3 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your cake pans by spraying them with baking spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix according to package instructions, adding eggs, water, and oil until well blended.
- Divide the batter evenly among three prepared cake pans and bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow cakes to cool in their pans for about 10 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
- Level the tops of each cake layer using a cake leveler for even stacking.
- Assemble the cake by layering each cooled cake with caramel sauce, Nilla wafers, banana pudding mixture, and frosting.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 38g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider using different extracts like almond or coconut in the frosting. Fresh banana slices can be added between layers for extra moisture and flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.