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Old School Banana Pudding Cake

Old School Banana Pudding Cake

Indulge in the rich, creamy layers of Old School Banana Pudding Cake, a classic dessert that brings back fond memories with every bite. This delightful cake combines moist yellow cake with luscious banana pudding and airy whipped cream, making it an irresistible treat for any occasion—from family gatherings to casual weeknight desserts. The harmonious blend of flavors and textures is sure to impress your guests and satisfy your sweet tooth. Each slice is not just a dessert; it’s a slice of nostalgia that captures the essence of homemade goodness.

  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 12 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 box yellow cake mix
  • 1 cup water
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups cold milk
  • 1 package (3.4 oz) instant banana pudding mix
  • 1 cup whipped cream or whipped topping
  • 2–3 ripe bananas (sliced)
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, mix yellow cake mix, water, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla until smooth. Pour into the prepared baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow cooling completely.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together cold milk and instant banana pudding mix for about 2 minutes until thickened. Gently fold in whipped cream.
  4. Poke holes in the cooled cake and spread the pudding mixture evenly over it. Layer with sliced bananas and crushed vanilla wafers.
  5. Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form and spread over the banana layer.
  6. Chill for at least 2 hours before serving.
  • Author: Stephanie
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 24g
  • Sodium: 245mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 43g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 65mg

Keywords: Ensure bananas are ripe for optimal flavor. Cool the cake completely before adding pudding to maintain layer integrity. Feel free to customize by adding chocolate chips or caramel sauce between layers.