Triple-Layered Banana Cake Recipe

Name: Triple-Layered Banana Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup butter or margarine, softened; 1 3/4 cups sugar; 3 large eggs; 1 teaspoon black walnut flavoring; 3 cups all-purpose flour; 2 1/2 teaspoons baking soda; 1 teaspoon salt; 2 cups buttermilk; 2 tablespoons cocoa; 2 tablespoons vanilla extract; 1 cup mashed bananas (about 2 small); 2 small bananas, sliced; 8 strawberries, sliced; Garnish: drained crushed pineapple

Servings: persons

1 cup butter or margarine, softened
1 3/4 cups sugar
3 large eggs
1 teaspoon black walnut flavoring
3 cups all-purpose flour
2 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups buttermilk
2 tablespoons cocoa
2 tablespoons vanilla extract
1 cup mashed bananas (about 2 small)
2 small bananas, sliced
8 strawberries, sliced
Garnish: drained crushed pineapple

1
Beat butter at medium speed with an electric mixer until creamy; gradually add sugar, beating well. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating until blended. Stir in flavoring.
2
Combine flour, soda, and salt; gradually add to butter mixture alternately with buttermilk, beginning and ending with flour mixture. Beat until blended. Remove 2 1/2 cups batter.
3
Stir together 2 1/2 cups batter, cocoa, and vanilla; pour into 1 greased and floured 9-inch round cakepan.
4
Stir 1 cup banana into remaining batter; pour evenly into 2 greased and floured 9-inch round cakepans.
5
Bake layers at 350u00b0 for 20 to 30 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pans on wire racks 10 minutes. Remove from pans, and wrap in plastic wrap. Freeze 1 hour.
6
Spread 1 banana layer with Buttercream Frosting; arrange banana slices on top. Top with chocolate layer, and spread with frosting; top with strawberries. Top with remaining banana layer; spread top and sides with frosting. Garnish, if desired.

2185

kcal

Calories

148

Fat

201

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup butter or margarine, softened, 1 3/4 cups sugar, 3 large eggs, 1 teaspoon black walnut flavoring, and more.

Yes, Triple-Layered Banana Cake 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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Triple-Layered Banana Cake

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Variations & substitutions

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