INGREDIENTS
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Makes 1 (8- or 9-inch) layer cake, serves 12 to 18
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For the cake:
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3 very ripe bananas (about 1 cup mashed)
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3 cups all-purpose flour
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1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
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2 cups granulated sugar
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1 1/2 sticks (3/4 cup) unsalted butter, at room temperature, plus more for coating the pans
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1 teaspoon kosher salt
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3 large eggs
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1 3/4 cups sour cream
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1 tablespoon vanilla extract
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For the cream cheese frosting:
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8 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
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1 stick (1/2 cup) unsalted butter, at room temperature
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2 cups powdered sugar
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract
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1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
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For the caramel sauce and decorations:
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1 recipe salted caramel sauce
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Fresh flowers
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Toasted nuts