If you’re looking for a rich, comforting dessert that’s both elegant and easy to make, this Banana Walnut Cream Cake with Vanilla Custard Drizzle is the perfect choice. Made with ripe bananas, crunchy walnuts, and soft cake layers filled with whipped cream, this dessert is finished with a silky vanilla custard drizzle that melts into every bite. Perfect for family gatherings, holidays, or afternoon tea, this homemade banana cake recipe delivers bakery-style results with simple
🥧 Ingredients
Banana Walnut Cake
- 2½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp cinnamon (optional)
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup mashed ripe bananas
- ½ cup sour cream or yogurt
- ¾ cup chopped walnuts
Cream Filling
- 1½ cups cold heavy whipping cream
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Vanilla Custard Drizzle
- 1 cup milk
- ¼ cup sugar
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp butter
👩🍳 Instructions
Step 1: Bake the Banana Walnut Cake
Preheat oven to 170°C (340°F). Grease and line a loaf or square pan.
Whisk dry ingredients together. Cream butter and sugars until fluffy, then add eggs and vanilla. Mix in bananas and sour cream. Fold in dry ingredients and walnuts. Bake for 45–55 minutes. Cool completely.
Step 2: Make the Cream Filling
Whip cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form. Refrigerate until ready to use.
Step 3: Prepare the Vanilla Custard
Whisk milk, sugar, cornstarch, and egg yolk in a saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thick. Remove from heat and stir in butter and vanilla.
Step 4: Assemble
Slice cake into layers. Spread whipped cream between layers. Drizzle custard generously over the top. Garnish with banana slices and walnuts.