Amish Banana Nut Cake With Penuche Frosting Recipe

Name: Amish Banana Nut Cake With Penuche Frosting
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: CAKE; 2/3 cup vegetable shortening; 1 2/3 cups sugar; 3 whole eggs, room temp; 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour; 1 1/4 teaspoons baking powder; 1 1/4 teaspoons baking soda; 1 1/4 teaspoons salt; 2/3 cup buttermilk; 1 1/4 cups bananas, mashed; 2/3 cup chopped black walnut; PENUCHE FROSTING; 3/4 cup butter; 1 1/2 cups brown sugar; 1/4 cup milk, plus; 2 tablespoons milk; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract; 3 cups powdered sugar

Servings: persons

CAKE
2/3 cup vegetable shortening
1 2/3 cups sugar
3 whole eggs, room temp
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/4 teaspoons baking powder
1 1/4 teaspoons baking soda
1 1/4 teaspoons salt
2/3 cup buttermilk
1 1/4 cups bananas, mashed
2/3 cup chopped black walnut
PENUCHE FROSTING
3/4 cup butter
1 1/2 cups brown sugar
1/4 cup milk, plus
2 tablespoons milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3 cups powdered sugar

1
For the cake, cream the shortening and sugar together until fluffy; add eggs, one at a time, beat after each.
2
Blend dry ingredients and add alternately with buttermilk; stir in bananas and walnuts.
3
Bake at 350u00b0F in two greased 9 inch cake pans for 35 or 40 minutes.
4
Wait 10 minutes to remove from pan.
5
Let cool completely before frosting.
6
For the frosting, melt the butter in a saucepan, stir in the brown sugar and bring to boil.
7
Reduce the heat and simmer 2 minutes, stirring; add the milk and bring back to boil, stirring.
8
Pour into a mixing bowl and add the salt and vanilla; gradually beat in the powdered sugar until spreading consistency.
9
Frost the cake between the layers, top, then sides.

2263

kcal

Calories

100

Fat

332

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: CAKE, 2/3 cup vegetable shortening, 1 2/3 cups sugar, 3 whole eggs, room temp, and more.

Yes, Amish Banana Nut Cake With Penuche Frosting falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Amish Banana Nut Cake With Penuche Frosting

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Variations & substitutions

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