Irresistibly Moist Chocolate Banana Cake You’ll Love
Indulge in the Irresistibly Moist Chocolate Banana Cake You’ll Love, a delightful blend of rich chocolate and the natural sweetness of bananas. This cake is not just a treat; it’s a wholesome dessert that’s easy to whip up for any occasion, whether it’s a busy weeknight or a family celebration. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can enjoy a guilt-free slice that satisfies your cravings and utilizes those overripe bananas sitting on your counter. Perfectly moist and bursting with flavor, this cake is sure to impress everyone at the table!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup flour (spelt, oat, or gluten-free blends)
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons Dutch cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup sugar (xylitol, coconut sugar, or date sugar)
- 1/3 cup mashed banana
- 1/4 cup coconut oil or almond butter
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)
- 1/2 cup water
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, combine flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, Dutch cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, mash ripe bananas and mix with coconut oil (or almond butter), sugar, vanilla extract, and water until smooth.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients gently until just mixed; add mini chocolate chips if desired.
- Pour batter into a greased cake pan and bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow to cool before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg