Best 5 Banana Flip Cake Recipes

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Searching for a heavenly dessert that merges flavors and textures in a delightful symphony? Look no further than the irresistible banana flip cake, a culinary masterpiece that takes center stage at any gathering. With its moist and tender crumb, combined with the tantalizing aroma of caramelized bananas and the sweet embrace of fluffy frosting, this cake is a true crowd-pleaser. Whether you're a seasoned baker or embarking on your culinary journey, this guide will unveil the secrets of creating the perfect banana flip cake, offering step-by-step instructions and expert tips to guarantee a delightful treat that will have your taste buds doing a flip.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

BANANA FLIPS



Banana Flips image

Two moist layers banana cake with a light and fluffy banana cream in between.

Provided by ERINWALCZAK

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Cake Mix Cake Recipes     Yellow Cake

Time 1h

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (18.25 ounce) package yellow cake mix
1 (3.5 ounce) package instant banana pudding mix
4 eggs
1 ½ cups milk
1 ½ cups white sugar
¼ cup all-purpose flour
¾ cup butter
¾ cup shortening
¾ cup milk
1 ½ teaspoons banana extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour 2 - 9x13 inch pans.
  • In a large bowl, stir together the cake mix and instant pudding. Beat in the eggs and 1 1/2 cup of milk. Divide the batter evenly between the two pans.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 15 to 17 minutes, or until a wooden toothpick inserted into the cake comes out clean. While the cake is baking, make the filling.
  • Stir together the sugar and flour. In a medium bowl, cream together the butter, shortening and sugar mixture. Beat in the milk and banana extract until smooth.
  • When the cake is cooled, invert onto a serving tray. Spread filling over the top and cover with remaining layer of cake. Keep chilled until 1/2 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 292.2 calories, Carbohydrate 35.3 g, Cholesterol 48.5 mg, Fat 16 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 264.7 mg, Sugar 26.1 g

BANANA FLIP CAKE



Banana Flip Cake image

Here's a recipe that will bring back memories of your childhood. Banana flip snack cakes taste just like the banana flips we used to eat when we were kids. -Berta Hagen, Int'l Falls, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 package yellow cake mix (regular size)
1 package (3.4 ounces) instant banana or vanilla pudding mix
1-1/2 cups 2% milk
4 large eggs, room temperature
FROSTING:
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup 2% milk
1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup shortening
1 cup sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
Whipped topping, sliced bananas, optional

Steps:

  • Line two greased 15x10x1-in. baking pans with waxed paper and grease the paper. Set aside., In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, pudding mix, milk and eggs. Beat on low speed for 30 seconds; beat on medium for 2 minutes., Spread batter into prepared pans. Bake at 350° until a toothpick inserted in the centers come out clean, 12-15 minutes. Cool for 5 minutes before inverting onto wire racks to cool completely. Gently peel off waxed paper., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, whisk flour and milk until smooth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; cover and cool to room temperature., In the bowl of a heavy-duty stand mixer, cream the butter, shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in vanilla. Add milk mixture; beat on high until fluffy, 10-15 minutes., Place one cake on a large cutting board; spread top with frosting. Top with remaining cake; sprinkle with confectioners' sugar. Cut into squares. If desired, top with whipped topping and sliced bananas. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 355 calories, Fat 16g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 71mg cholesterol, Sodium 372mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (35g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.

OLD FASHIONED BANANA FLIP SNACK CAKE RECIPE



Old Fashioned Banana Flip Snack Cake Recipe image

A nostalgically delicious banana cream sponge cake. Light, moist layers of banana cake filled with fluffy banana cream filling.

Provided by TidyMom

Categories     Cakes

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 package yellow cake mix (18.25 ounce size)
1 small box instant banana pudding mix (4.5 cups serving size)
4 eggs
1 1/2 cups milk
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 cup butter (softened)
3/4 cup shortening
3/4 cup milk
1 1/2 teaspoon banana extract
powdered sugar for garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350° F
  • Grease 2 jellyroll pans (11×17 or 10×15), then line with parchment paper and grease parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, stir together cake mix and instant pudding mix. Beat in the eggs and 1½ cups of milk.
  • Divide the batter evenly between the two pans.
  • Bake 13-15 mins. for 11×17 pan or 15-20 mins for 10×13 pan., or until a wooden toothpick comes out clean.
  • While the cake is baking, make the filling: Sift sugar and flour together in a medium bowl and set aside.
  • In a medium bowl cream together the butter and shortening until combined, then add sugar mixture.
  • Beat in the milk and banana extract until smooth (about 3-5 minutes with a stand mixer)
  • When cake is cooled, invert one layer onto a serving tray. Spread filling over the top and cover with the remaining cake layer. Garnish with powdered sugar.
  • Keep chilled until 1/2 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 358 calories, Carbohydrate 47 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 62 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 18 grams fat, Fiber 0 grams fiber, Protein 4 grams protein, SaturatedFat 9 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 293 milligrams sodium, Sugar 35 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams unsaturated fat

OLD-FASHIONED BANANA CAKE



Old-Fashioned Banana Cake image

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     dessert

Time 1h25m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

3 very ripe bananas, mashed
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup light brown sugar, lightly packed
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 extra-large eggs, at room temperature
1/2 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Grated zest of 1 orange
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 cup coarsely chopped walnuts (optional)
Cream Cheese Frosting, recipe follows
Walnut halves, for decorating (optional)
6 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2 1/2 cups sifted confectioners' sugar (1/2 pound)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Grease and flour a 9 by 2-inch round cake pan.
  • In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, mix the bananas, granulated sugar, and brown sugar on low speed until combined. With the mixer still on low, add the oil, eggs, sour cream, vanilla, and orange zest. Mix until smooth.
  • In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, and salt. With the mixer on low, add the dry ingredients and mix just until combined. Stir in the chopped walnuts, if using. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 45 to 50 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool in the pan for 15 minutes, turn out onto a cooling rack, and cool completely.
  • Spread the frosting thickly on the top of the cake and decorate with walnut halves, if using.
  • Mix the cream cheese, butter, and vanilla in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment on low speed until just combined. Don't whip! Add the sugar and mix until smooth.

SOUTHERN STYLE BANANA SPLIT CAKE



Southern Style Banana Split Cake image

This great recipe belonged to my Grandma and requires no cooking.

Provided by Tammy Livingston

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Banana Dessert Recipes

Time 2h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups graham cracker crumbs
¾ cup white sugar
¼ pound butter, melted
2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese
1 ½ cups confectioners' sugar
4 bananas, sliced
1 (15 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained
1 (16 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed
1 (16 ounce) jar maraschino cherries, drained
12 ounces crushed peanuts

Steps:

  • Combine the graham cracker crumbs, white sugar and melted butter. Mix together and press into a 9x13 inch cake pan; refrigerate until chilled.
  • Beat together the cream cheese and confectioners' sugar; spread over graham cracker crust.
  • Layer bananas and pineapple over cream cheese mixture; cover fruit with whipped topping.
  • Top with cherries and chopped nuts; refrigerate and serve chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 747.9 calories, Carbohydrate 79.3 g, Cholesterol 61.4 mg, Fat 45.9 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 11.7 g, SaturatedFat 23.4 g, Sodium 262 mg, Sugar 51.3 g

Tips:

  • Choose ripe bananas: The riper the bananas, the sweeter and more flavorful your cake will be.
  • Use a fork to mash the bananas: This will help to create a smooth batter.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing can make the cake tough.
  • Bake the cake at a moderate temperature: This will help to prevent the cake from drying out.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it: This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.

Conclusion:

Banana Flip Cake is a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With its moist, fluffy texture and sweet banana flavor, this cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a special dessert, give Banana Flip Cake a try!

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