This delightful Caramel Banana Cake Roll combines the flavors of sweet caramel, ripe bananas, and creamy cream cheese filling all rolled into a light and fluffy cake. It’s a perfect dessert for any occasion, whether you’re entertaining guests or simply treating yourself to a delicious treat.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
- The combination of caramel and banana flavors creates a rich and indulgent taste.
- The light and airy texture of the cake roll pairs perfectly with the creamy cream cheese filling.
- It’s a visually stunning dessert that will impress your guests.
Ingredients:
For The Cake:
- ¾ cup of all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon of baking powder
- ½ teaspoon of ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon of salt
- ¼ teaspoon of baking soda
- 3 eggs
- ½ cup of granulated sugar
- 1½ teaspoons of vanilla extract
- ½ cup of mashed bananas (1 medium-sized banana)
- ½ cup of powdered sugar, divided, for dusting
For The Cream Cheese Filling:
- 4 ounces of cream cheese, softened
- â…“ cup of light brown sugar, packed
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- ¾ cup of whipped topping (Cool Whip)
For The Topping:
- 1 tablespoon of powdered sugar
- 3 tablespoons of caramel sundae topping
Directions:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line a 15x10x1 jelly roll pan with parchment paper and spray with nonstick spray.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, salt, and baking powder. Set aside.
- Beat eggs, granulated sugar, and vanilla for 4-5 minutes until frothy and pale yellow. Mix in mashed banana.
- Fold the flour mixture into the wet ingredients and spread evenly in the prepared pan.
- Bake for 12-13 minutes. Immediately transfer to a tea towel dusted with powdered sugar, roll up, and cool.
- For the filling, beat cream cheese, brown sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Fold in whipped topping.
- Unroll the cake, spread the filling, re-roll, and chill. Dust with powdered sugar and drizzle with caramel topping before serving.
Storage:
Store any leftover cake roll in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Recipe Tips:
- Make sure to roll the cake while it’s still warm to prevent cracking.
- Feel free to customize the filling by adding chopped nuts or chocolate chips for extra flavor.
Enjoy this delicious Caramel Banana Cake Roll as a sweet ending to any meal or as a special treat for your loved ones.”