Blue Ribbon Banana Cake with Creamy Nut Filli

Name: Blue Ribbon Banana Cake with Creamy Nut Filli
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cups vegetable shortening; 1 1/2 cup sugar; 2 large eggs; 1 cup bananas mashed; 1 x salt pinch; 2 cups flour, all-purpose sifted; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1/2 cup buttermilk; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/2 cup pecans chopped; 1 cup coconut shredded; 1/2 cup brown sugar optional; 1/2 cup sugar; 2 tablespoons flour, all-purpose; 1/2 cup cream; 2 tablespoons butter; 1/2 cup pecans chopped; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 each egg whites; 1/4 cup vegetable shortening; 1/4 cup butter; 1/2 teaspoon coconut extract; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Servings: persons

3/4 cups vegetable shortening
1 1/2 cup sugar
2 large eggs
1 cup bananas mashed
1 x salt pinch
2 cups flour, all-purpose sifted
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 cup buttermilk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup pecans chopped
1 cup coconut shredded
1/2 cup brown sugar optional
1/2 cup sugar
2 tablespoons flour, all-purpose
1/2 cup cream
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup pecans chopped
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 each egg whites
1/4 cup vegetable shortening
1/4 cup butter
1/2 teaspoon coconut extract
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

1
Cream together shortening and sugar until fluffy.
2
Add eggs.
3
Beat 2 minutes at medium speed.
4
Add bananas.
5
Beat 2 minutes.
6
Sift together dry ingredients, add to creamed mixture along with buttermilk and vanilla.
7
Starting with flour.
8
Beat 2 minutes.
9
Stir in nuts.
10
Turn into 2 greased and floured 9 inch round layer cake pans.
11
Sprinkle 1/2 cup coconut on each layer.
12
For coffee cake sprinkle with 13 cup brown sugar.
13
Bake in moderate, 350 to 375F (190C) oven, for 25 to 30 minutes.
14
Cool.
15
For Creamy Nut Filling: Combine ingredients in heavy saucepan.
16
Cook until thickened.
17
Add pecans, salt and vanilla.
18
Cool.
19
For White Snow Frosting: Cream together egg white, shortening, butter, coconut extract and vanilla.
20
Gradually add powdered sugar, beating until light and fluffy.

1554

kcal

Calories

Fat

199

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.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 25 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 cups vegetable shortening, 1 1/2 cup sugar, 2 large eggs, 1 cup bananas mashed, and more.

Yes, Blue Ribbon Banana Cake with Creamy Nut Filli 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!