Sweet Moment: Banoffee Cake

Sweet Moment: Banoffee Cake

Introduction

If you love indulgent desserts that balance creamy sweetness with rich chocolate, this Banoffee Cake is a dream come true. Layers of buttery cocoa shortcrust, velvety dulce de leche, fresh bananas, and fluffy sweetened cream come together to create a treat that’s both elegant and comfortingly familiar. Topped with chocolate curls, it’s perfect for birthdays, special occasions, or any time you want a slice of bliss. The flavors meld beautifully, making each bite a sweet, creamy, and slightly chocolatey moment to savor.

Ingredients

For the Cocoa Shortcrust (Crust):

  • 200 g (7 oz) unsalted butter, softened
  • 120 g (1 cup) powdered sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 330 g (2 2/3 cups) all-purpose flour
  • 70 g (2/3 cup) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ½ tsp salt

For the Banoffee Filling:

  • 400 g (14 oz) dulce de leche pastry, softened slightly with a teaspoon of milk
  • 5 medium bananas, thickly sliced
  • 500 g (2 cups) heavy cream
  • 30 g (¼ cup) powdered sugar
  • 20 g (3 tbsp) powdered milk
  • Chocolate curls, for garnish

Directions

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