Homemade Banana Flips - Delicious and Fluffy Treats

Indulge in these homemade banana flips that are made with fresh bananas, creamy filling, and a fluffy cake layer. These delicious treats are perfect for special occasions or an afternoon snack. The recipe is easy to follow and will yield soft, moist, and flavorful banana flips that everyone will enjoy.

Ingredients

• 2 ripe bananas
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar, for dusting

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
2. In a large bowl, mash the bananas until smooth.
3. Add the melted butter, granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with buttermilk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Allow the cake to cool completely in the baking dish before proceeding.
9. Once the cake is cool, carefully remove it from the baking dish and place it on a cutting board.
10. Using a sharp knife, cut the cake into rectangular pieces, approximately 2x4 inches in size.
11. Prepare the filling by combining the following ingredients in a bowl:
12. - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
13. - 2 cups powdered sugar
14. - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
15. Beat the filling ingredients until smooth and creamy.
16. Take one piece of cake and spread a generous amount of the filling on top.
17. Place another piece of cake on top of the filling to create a sandwich.
18. Repeat the process for all the cake pieces.
19. Dust the banana flips with powdered sugar and serve.
20. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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