Indulge in the decadent combination of chocolate and banana with this delicious layer cake recipe

This luscious chocolate banana layer cake is a perfect dessert for any occasion. The moist banana cake layers are filled with creamy chocolate frosting, creating a decadent treat that is sure to impress your guests. The combination of chocolate and banana flavors is a match made in dessert heaven!

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 3 ripe bananas, mashed
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1/4 cup cocoa powder
• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
3. In a large mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
4. Mix in mashed bananas and vanilla extract. Gradually add flour mixture, alternating with sour cream, until fully combined.
5. Divide batter evenly between prepared cake pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6. Let cakes cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
7. To make the chocolate frosting, melt chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl set over a pot of simmering water. Let cool slightly.
8. In a separate bowl, whip heavy cream and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. Gently fold in melted chocolate until smooth and well combined.
9. Once cakes are completely cooled, spread a layer of chocolate frosting on top of one cake layer. Place the second cake layer on top and frost the entire cake.
10. Decorate with sliced bananas and chocolate shavings, if desired. Chill the cake for at least 1 hour before serving.
11. Slice and enjoy this decadent chocolate banana layer cake with your friends and family!

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