Follow these simple steps to create the amazing Strawberry Shortcake Meets Banana Pudding:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In another bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
5. Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined.
6. Pour Batter: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops.
7. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
8. Cool the Cakes: Once baked, remove from the oven and allow the cakes to cool in their pans for 10 minutes. Then, transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
9. Prepare Banana Pudding: In a saucepan, combine whole milk, sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until thickened.
10. Add Egg Yolks: In a small bowl, whisk the egg yolks. Slowly add a few tablespoons of the hot milk mixture to the yolks, whisking constantly. Then return this mixture to the saucepan.
11. Finish the Pudding: Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until thickened. Remove from heat and stir in butter and vanilla extract. Allow to cool.
12. Assemble the Dessert: Once the cakes and pudding have cooled, place one cake layer on a serving platter. Top it with half of the banana pudding and half of the sliced bananas.
13. Add Second Layer: Place the second cake layer on top and repeat the layering with the remaining pudding and sliced bananas.
14. Top with Strawberries: Finish by topping the dessert with fresh strawberries and whipped cream.

Following these steps will lead you to a delectable creation that combines two beloved desserts into one satisfying treat.