Delicious and Moist Easy Chocolate Banana Cake Recipe

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Delicious and Moist Easy Chocolate Banana Cake Recipe
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
60 mins
Total Time:
80mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on August 26, 2023

This easy chocolate banana cake recipe is a perfect treat for chocolate and banana lovers. Moist and flavorful, this cake combines the sweetness of ripe bananas with the richness of chocolate for a delectable dessert. It's a simple yet impressive cake that is sure to please your taste buds. Prepare yourself for a slice of indulgence with this easy-to-follow recipe!

Ingredients

  • 2 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1/2 cup hot water
  • 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips

Directions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Stir until well combined.
  3. Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the banana mixture. Mix well.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture, alternating with buttermilk. Mix until just combined.
  6. Pour in the hot water and stir until the batter is smooth.
  7. Fold in the chocolate chips for an added burst of chocolate flavor.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan.
  9. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  10. Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
  11. Transfer the cake to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
  12. Slice and serve the delicious chocolate banana cake. Enjoy!

Interesting Facts

  • Bananas are a great source of potassium and can provide natural sweetness to baked goods.
  • The combination of chocolate and banana creates a rich and balanced flavor in this cake.
  • This cake is perfect for using up overripe bananas that might otherwise go to waste.
  • Serve the cake with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra special treat!