Decadent Banana Cream Cake

Ingredients

• All-purpose flour (2 cups)
• Baking powder (1 tablespoon)
• Baking soda (1 teaspoon)
• Salt (1/2 teaspoon)
• Unsalted butter (1/2 cup, softened)
• Granulated sugar (1 cup)
• Eggs (3 large)
• Ripe bananas (2-3 mashed)
• Vanilla extract (2 teaspoons)
• Milk (1/2 cup)
• Vanilla custard (2 cups, prepared)
• Whipped cream (2 cups, whipped)
• Additional bananas (1-2, sliced for garnish)

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans to prevent sticking.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
3. In a separate large bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar using an electric mixer until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
4. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the mashed bananas and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture, alternating with the milk, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
6. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops with a spatula.
7. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
8. Once cooled, place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a generous layer of vanilla custard over the top, followed by a layer of banana slices.
9. Place the second cake layer on top and repeat the process, adding more custard and banana slices.
10. Cover the entire cake with whipped cream, smoothing it out with a spatula. Garnish with additional banana slices on top for an elegant finish.
11. Refrigerate the cake for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
12. Slice and serve chilled, enjoying the delightful layers of banana goodness.