Cherry Banana Cake Without Bake
4 servings
60 minutes
This delicate cherry cake with bananas, no-bake style, is a true find for lovers of light and refreshing desserts. Its roots trace back to Russian culinary traditions, where sour cream cakes have always been popular for their airy texture and rich flavor. The combination of sweet bananas and tart cherries creates a harmonious balance, while the crackers absorb the cream, becoming soft and infused with aroma. A special touch is the thin chocolate sprinkle and nut crumble that give the dessert a noble finish. This cake is perfect for summer evenings and cozy family gatherings, and its simple preparation method makes it accessible even for beginner cooks.
1
Mix sour cream, powdered sugar, and sugar (4 tablespoons) until thick cream.
- Sour cream 20%: 380 g
- Powdered sugar: 100 g
- Sugar: 5 tablespoon
2
Add crackers to the cream. Chop the bananas finely. Mix.
- Crackers: 300 g
- Bananas: 2 pieces
3
In a saucepan over medium heat, add cherries and sugar (1 tablespoon). Dissolve cornstarch in a small amount of room temperature water and add to the cherries. Cook down while stirring constantly.
- Cherry: 300 g
- Sugar: 5 tablespoon
- Cornstarch: 1 tablespoon
4
Spread half of the cream in a baking dish, then a layer of jam and the remaining cream. Place in the refrigerator for 4 hours.
5
Sprinkle the surface with grated chocolate. Decorate the sides with crushed walnuts.
- Chocolate: to taste
- Walnuts: to taste