- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, banana extract, banana pudding mix, mashed banana, milk, eggs, and vegetable oil. Mix until well combined.
- Pour the batter into two greased 8-inch cake pans.
- Bake according to the instructions on the cake mix box.
- Once baked, let the cakes cool completely.
4. Making the Filling
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Now, let’s prepare the delicious filling for our cake:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the instant banana pudding mix and milk.
- Allow the mixture to sit in the fridge for about 10 minutes until it thickens.
- Once thickened, fold in the cool whip until well combined.
- Spread the filling evenly over one of the cooled cake layers.
5. Frosting the Cake
Next up, it’s time to frost our cake:
- Take the remaining pudding mix and combine it with the real cream cheese Cool Whip frosting.
- Frost the top of the cake generously with this mixture.
6. Garnishing Your Masterpiece
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Now, let’s add the finishing touches:
- Garnish the frosted cake as desired with vanilla wafer cookies or fresh banana slices for an extra touch of sweetness.
7. Serving and Enjoying
Slice the cake into generous portions and serve it up to your eager guests or family members. This delectable dessert is best enjoyed chilled, so pop it in the fridge for a bit before serving for an extra refreshing treat.
8. Tips for Success……
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