Banana Chocolate Cake Recipe
Combining the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with rich chocolate results in a moist and indulgent cake that's perfect for any occasion. This banana chocolate cake is easy to prepare and promises to delight your taste buds.
Ingredients
For the cake:
- 1 cup (240 ml) mashed ripe bananas (about 2 large bananas)
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) vegetable oil
- 3/4 cup (150 g) granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 and 1/2 cups (190 g) all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup (25 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) buttermilk
- 1/2 cup (90 g) semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
Prepare the Batter:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the mashed bananas, vegetable oil, and granulated sugar until well combined.
- Add the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing thoroughly.
- In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the buttermilk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- If using, fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips.
Bake the Cake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Once done, remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
For an extra touch, garnish with chocolate shavings or sliced bananas.
Enjoy your homemade banana chocolate cake with a cup of coffee or tea, or serve it as a delightful dessert after a meal. Happy baking!