CARAMEL PECAN BANANA CAKE

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Prepared by Vicki Pollitt of The Villages, FL March, 2014

Provided by ann wilson

Categories     Fruit Desserts

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 11

5 medium bananas
2 Tbsp lemon juice
1 box pound cake mix
1 box (3 1/2 oz.)instant banana cream pudding mix
2/3 c evaporated milk
2 large eggs
1/2 c butter, melted
1/2 c chopped pecans, toasted
8 pecan halves, toasted
1 box ( 3 1/2 oz.) instant butterscotch pudding mix
2 Tbsp brown sugar

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350. Spray a 12 cup bundt pan with cooking spray.
  • 2. Mash 2 bananas and 1 T lemon juice in bowl and set aside.
  • 3. Slice 3 bananas into 1/2 inch slices on an angle and pour 1 T lemon juice on top and set aside.
  • 4. Mix cake mix, banana pudding mix, milk, eggs and 1/4 melted butter on medium speed for two minutes.
  • 5. Add the mashed bananas and mix for one minute more. Let batter rest for 5 minutes.
  • 6. Arrange 8 pecan halves in the pan and top with the sliced bananas in the bottom of the bundt pan.
  • 7. Sprinkle 1/2 cup of the toasted chopped pecans on top of the bananas.
  • 8. Mix the butterscotch pudding mix with the brown sugar and sprinkle over the pecans. Pour the remaining 1/4 cup melted butter over the pudding mix.
  • 9. Let the butter and pudding set for 5 minutes. Pour the cake mixture over the top of the butter-pudding mixture.
  • 10. Bake for approx. 35 to 40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • 11. Remove from oven and let cool for 10 minutes. Then invert onto a cake plate and leave pan on top for 15 minutes.

Trisha Redd
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I would rather eat a bowl of nails than eat this cake again.


Rick Binford
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This cake is the worst cake I have ever eaten. It was dry, dense, and flavorless.


Fantos Gesella
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I would not recommend this recipe to anyone. It was a waste of time and ingredients.


Ruts Isaac
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This cake was a huge disappointment. It was dry, flavorless, and the caramel pecan topping was rock hard.


Hope Angela
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my cake didn't rise properly. I'm not sure what went wrong.


Alfonso Mendoza
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This cake is definitely not for people who don't like bananas. The banana flavor is very strong.


Md Jahid hassan
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my cake didn't turn out as moist as I expected. It was still tasty, but it could have been better.


Prince Aloni
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The caramel pecan topping was a bit too sweet for me, but the cake itself was delicious.


batman 1 OOF
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The cake was a little dry for my taste, but the flavor was still good. I think I'll try adding some extra bananas next time.


MUDEEL AGYEMANG
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I made this cake for my husband's birthday, and he loved it! He said it was the best cake he'd ever had.


Sanjay Sewa
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This cake is a great way to use up ripe bananas. It's also a perfect dessert for a potluck or bake sale.


Mehtab ammanat
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The cake was easy to make and turned out beautifully. I would recommend using a bundt pan instead of a loaf pan, as it gives the cake a more elegant look.


Edna Jean Amos
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This cake is absolutely delicious! The combination of banana, caramel, and pecans is heavenly. I will definitely be making this again.


Gohar Farooq
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I was a little hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of bananas in baked goods, but I'm so glad I did! The bananas added a subtle sweetness and moisture to the cake that was perfectly complemented by the caramel pecan topping.


GOEWAM EMELIA
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The cake was moist and flavorful, and the caramel pecan topping was decadent. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


MST Afrin
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I've made this cake several times now, and it always turns out perfect. It's a great recipe for a special occasion.


Constantin Sava
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This cake was a hit with my family! The caramel pecan topping was the perfect finishing touch.