This Banana Pudding Cake is the ultimate comfort dessert that brings together the classic flavors of banana pudding in a soft, moist cake form. With layers of fluffy cake, creamy pudding, fresh bananas, and crunchy vanilla wafers, this dessert is rich, nostalgic, and absolutely irresistible.
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 1 3/4 cups sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup milk
For the Banana Pudding Layer:
- 2 cups cold milk
- 1 package instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup whipped cream
For the Layers & Topping:
- 3–4 ripe bananas, sliced
- 1 box vanilla wafers
- 1 cup whipped cream (for topping)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line cake pans.
Step 2:
In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt.
Step 3:
In another bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Step 4:
Add eggs one at a time, mixing well. Stir in vanilla.
Step 5:
Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk, mixing until smooth.
Step 6:
Divide batter into pans and bake for 25–30 minutes until done.
Step 7:
Let cakes cool completely.
Step 8:
Prepare pudding by whisking milk, pudding mix, and condensed milk until thick. Fold in whipped cream.
Step 9:
Assemble cake: layer cake, pudding mixture, banana slices, and vanilla wafers.
Step 10:
Repeat layers and finish with whipped cream on top.
Step 11:
Chill for at least 2–3 hours before serving.
Notes
Use ripe bananas for the best flavor and sweetness. Avoid assembling too early to prevent wafers from becoming too soft.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sodium: 240mg
- Protein: 6g
