English Banana Cake
8 servings
60 minutes
English banana cake is a blend of tenderness and rich caramel flavor, conveying the coziness of British cuisine. Its history traces back to the traditions of English desserts, where caramelized bananas and airy cream create a harmonious duet. The crunchy cookie base adds structure, while chocolate shavings provide a sweet touch. This dessert is an ideal choice for those who appreciate lightness and richness of flavor. It pairs excellently with tea or coffee, adding a moment of enjoyment to everyday life. The cake is perfect for festive occasions and cozy evenings, and its simplicity in preparation makes it accessible even for culinary beginners.
1
Melt butter in a water bath
- Butter: 100 g
2
Crush the cookies into crumbs using a blender or food processor (if you don't have them, a rolling pin can help with this)
- Cookie: 200 g
3
Combine the cookies with melted butter (the texture should resemble wet sand)
- Cookie: 200 g
- Butter: 100 g
4
Tightly pack into the mold and create edges
5
Bake the base in the oven at 180 degrees for 7-8 minutes
6
Let the base cool completely
7
At this time, slice the bananas into thin circles and place them at the bottom of the base.
- Bananas: 3 pieces
8
Evenly cover with boiled condensed milk (it will taste better if you make the condensed milk yourself)
- Boiled condensed milk: 1 jar
9
Whip the cream to stiff peaks and spread it on top of the cake with condensed milk.
- Cream 30%: 1 glass
10
Decorate the cake with chocolate (cut into large shavings or grated on a coarse grater)
- Chocolate: 30 g
11
Put it in the fridge for an hour to an hour and a half (or even overnight)