The Caramel Bliss Banana Cake is an irresistible dessert, perfect for those who love the combination of bananas and caramel. The moist banana cake layers are complemented by the rich, sweet flavor of salted caramel, and the light, airy vanilla bean buttercream adds an elegant touch. The final garnish of graham cracker crumbs and chocolate shavings makes this cake not only delicious but visually stunning as well.
For the Salted Caramel Sauce:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/2 cup heavy cream, room temperature
- 1/4 cup salted butter, softened
- 1 tsp fine sea salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Banana Cake:
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 1/2 cups light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 large ripe bananas, mashed
For the Whipped Vanilla Bean Buttercream:
- 1 1/2 cups unsalted butter, room temperature
- 6 cups powdered sugar
- 1 1/2 tbsp vanilla bean paste or vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream, room temperature
Toppings:
- 1 sleeve graham crackers, crushed
- 2 oz chocolate shavings
Baking Your Banana Cake:
- Make the salted caramel sauce, then cool it down.
- Combine dry ingredients for the cake; separately, mix brown sugar, eggs, yogurt, oil, and vanilla.
- Blend in bananas and dry mix.
- Bake in prepared pans, cool, and slice for layering.
- Create a buttercream by whipping butter, sugar, vanilla, and cream.
- Assemble the cake with layers of buttercream, crushed graham crackers, chocolate, and caramel sauce.
- Frost with a crumb coat, chill, then finish with the remaining buttercream.
This Caramel Bliss Banana Cake is a delightful treat that will be the highlight of any celebration. Share this recipe with loved ones and bookmark our page for more recipes that bring a touch of bliss to your culinary adventures. Enjoy every sumptuous slice!
