Instructions: The optional Westco Bakemark Hi-Ratio Shortening and Bright White Fudge Icing Base can be found at specialty cake accessory stores. They give the recipe a lighter texture and nonsweet flavor, says Romaine Bubnes.

Prep time: 5 minutes.

Makes enough to frost a 2-layer cake.

Romaine Bubnes of Sacramento won Best of Show honors in cake baking with this recipe for a banana nut cake

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