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Why Make This Recipe
This Banana Chocolate Chip Cake is a crowd-pleaser, blending the natural sweetness of bananas with the rich decadence of chocolate chips. It’s an easy and delicious way to use up overripe bananas and create a delicious treat that everyone will love.How to Make Banana Chocolate Chip Cake
Ingredients:
- 2 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened to room temperature)
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil (canola oil works too)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (packed, light or dark works)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 1/4 cup mashed bananas (about 3-4 brown bananas, measure after mashing)
- 1 1/2 cups buttermilk (see notes for a substitution)
- 1 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1 1/4 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3/4 cup cocoa powder
- 3-4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3-4 tablespoons whipping cream (or milk)
Directions:
- Preheat your oven and prepare your pans.
- In a bowl, whisk together dry ingredients.
- In a separate bowl, cream butter, oil, and sugars. Add eggs and vanilla.
- Alternate adding dry ingredients and buttermilk to creamed mixture.
- Fold in mashed bananas and chocolate chips.
- Bake and let cool before frosting.
How to Serve Banana Chocolate Chip Cake
Slice the cake into generous portions and serve it with a glass of milk or a cup of coffee for a delightful snack or dessert. The chocolate chips and banana flavor complement each other perfectly.How to Store Banana Chocolate Chip Cake
Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, refrigerate the cake for up to a week. You can also freeze individual slices wrapped in plastic wrap and foil for up to 3 months.Tips to Make Banana Chocolate Chip Cake
- Use ripe bananas for the best flavor and sweetness.
- Room temperature ingredients mix better and produce a lighter cake.
- Be careful not to overmix the batter to avoid a dense cake texture.
Variation
For a twist, try adding chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans to the batter for an extra crunch and nutty flavor.
Banana Chocolate Chip Cake
Indulge in the delightful combination of ripe bananas and mini chocolate chips with this Banana Chocolate Chip Cake recipe. Perfect for any occasion, this moist and flavorful cake will satisfy your sweet cravings and impress your friends and family.
Ingredients
Cake Ingredients
- 2 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened to room temperature)
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil (canola oil works too)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (packed, light or dark works)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 1/4 cup mashed bananas (measure after mashing) about 3-4 brown bananas
- 1 1/2 cups buttermilk see notes for a substitution
- 1 cup mini chocolate chips
Frosting Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3/4 cup cocoa powder
- 3-4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3-4 tablespoons whipping cream (or milk)
Instructions
Cake Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and prepare your cake pans by greasing and flouring them.
- In a bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and cinnamon.
- In a separate bowl, cream the softened butter, oil, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Add eggs and vanilla extract to this mixture.
- Alternate adding the dry ingredients and buttermilk to the creamed mixture. Fold in the mashed bananas and mini chocolate chips.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pans and bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let the cake cool before frosting.
Frosting Instructions
- In a bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Add cocoa powder, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, salt, and whipping cream. Beat until smooth and creamy.
- Once the cake has cooled, frost it with the chocolate frosting. Slice and serve the delicious Banana Chocolate Chip Cake!
Notes
For extra decoration, top the frosted cake with additional mini chocolate chips or banana slices.
