Caramel Banana Nut Layered (Printable Version)

Creamy layers of banana, caramel, and toasted nuts blend over cake or cookie crumbles for an irresistible chilled treat.

# What You'll Need:

→ Cake or Crumb Base

01 - 1 box (approximately 425 g) yellow or spice cake mix, prepared and cooled, or pre-made cake crumbs
02 - Alternative: 200 g crushed vanilla wafers or graham crackers, combined with 115 g melted butter for no-bake crumb base

→ Cream Cheese Filling

03 - 450 g cream cheese, softened to room temperature
04 - 120 g powdered sugar
05 - 5 ml vanilla extract
06 - 340 g frozen whipped topping, thawed

→ Assembly and Topping

07 - 3 to 4 ripe bananas, sliced
08 - 480 ml caramel sauce, slightly warmed
09 - 120 g chopped pecans or walnuts, toasted
10 - Whole pecans and walnut pieces, for garnish
11 - Additional banana slices, for garnish (optional)

# Steps To Follow:

01 - For baked option: Bake cake mix according to package instructions in a 23 x 33 cm dish. Allow to cool completely, then crumble coarsely. For no-bake option: Mix crushed wafers or crackers with melted butter, press into the dish, and refrigerate until set.
02 - In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until fully incorporated. Gently fold in the thawed whipped topping until mixture is uniform.
03 - In a glass trifle or serving dish, arrange one-third of crumb base evenly. Top with half of the banana slices, then spoon one-third of the cream cheese mixture over bananas. Drizzle with caramel sauce and scatter one-third of the toasted nuts.
04 - Add another third of the crumb base, the remaining banana slices, another third of cream cheese mixture, more caramel, and another layer of nuts.
05 - Top with final third of crumbs, the rest of the cream cheese mixture, and a generous drizzle of caramel. Sprinkle with remaining toasted nuts. Cover and refrigerate the assembled dessert for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to allow flavors to meld and layers to set.
06 - Right before serving, decorate with whole pecans, extra nut pieces, and fresh banana slices if desired. Serve with additional caramel sauce on the side.

# Notes and Tips:

01 - Ensure the whipped topping is fully thawed and cream cheese is at room temperature for a smooth filling.
02 - For best texture and flavor, allow the dessert to chill overnight before serving.

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