Tropical Island Banana Cake Recipe

Name: Tropical Island Banana Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 purchased angel food cakes (10 to 12 ounces each); 2 containers (16 ounces each) vanilla frosting; 1 teaspoon imitation banana extract; Yellow food coloring; 1 ripe banana, mashed; 2 cups sweetened flaked coconut; 1 cup chocolate morsels or chopped chocolate, melted; 1 tube store-bought green icing; 1 cup fruit-shaped candies; Special Equipment: 1 palm tree decoration, aluminum foil

Servings: persons

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["Place 1 cake, wide side down, on a serving platter.", "Stir frosting and banana extract in a large bowl to blend.", "Stir in yellow food coloring, 1 drop at a time, until desired color is achieved.", "Transfer 1/2 cup of banana frosting to a medium bowl; stir in mashed banana.", "Spread mashed banana mixture over top of cake.", "Cut 1 (2-inch wide) wedge from second cake.", "Spread 1/4 cup of yellow frosting over cut ends of second cake.", "Bring cut ends of second cake together, pressing to adhere.", "Place second cake, wide side down, atop cake on platter.", "Tear cut cake wedge into cubes.", "Fill hole in center of cakes with cake cubes.", "Spread remaining yellow frosting evenly over top and sides of cake to coat completely.", "Sprinkle cake with coconut, pressing lightly to adhere.", "Create an island ""volcano"" mold by shaping aluminum foil into a volcano shape, measuring 2 to 3 inches in diameter.", "Dip in melted chocolate and let cool and harden.", "Place the mold on top of the cake.", "Fill the center of the mold with green icing and smooth out.", "Place palm tree decoration inside the mold.", "Arrange fruit-shaped candy decoratively around the palm tree and base of cake."]

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* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 purchased angel food cakes (10 to 12 ounces each), 2 containers (16 ounces each) vanilla frosting, 1 teaspoon imitation banana extract, Yellow food coloring, and more.

Yes, Tropical Island 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Tropical Island Banana Cake

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