Banana Chocolate Creamed Cashew Cake

Indulge in the rich and decadent flavors of this Banana Chocolate Creamed Cashew Cake. This moist and fluffy cake features layers of sweet banana and rich chocolate creamed cashew frosting. It's the perfect dessert for any occasion and will satisfy even the most discerning sweet tooth. Prepare to wow your friends and family with this incredibly delicious cake.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 ripe bananas, mashed
• 1 cup cashews, soaked and drained
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 1/4 cup melted dark chocolate
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 teaspoon instant coffee granules

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, mix the vegetable oil, eggs, vanilla extract, and mashed bananas.
4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
5. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Remove from the oven and let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
8. In a blender or food processor, blend the soaked and drained cashews, powdered sugar, almond milk, melted dark chocolate, heavy cream, and instant coffee granules until smooth and creamy.
9. Place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread a generous amount of the cashew cream frosting on top.
10. Top with the second cake layer and frost the top and sides of the cake with the remaining cashew cream frosting.
11. Optional: decorate the cake with chocolate shavings, sliced bananas, or additional cashews.
12. Chill the cake in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
13. Slice and serve this delicious Banana Chocolate Creamed Cashew Cake to delight all the chocolate and banana lovers in your life!

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