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Chocolate Chip Banana Cake

This Chocolate Chip Banana Cake is SO MOIST! A delightful blend of sweet bananas and rich chocolate, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings

Ingredients

For the Cake:

  • 3 large overripe bananas
  • 1 cup unsalted butter room temperature
  • 1 cup sugar
  • ½ cup brown sugar packed
  • 3 large eggs room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ cups Greek yogurt room temperature
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 ½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • ½ cup heavy cream

Instructions

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures the cake bakes evenly.
  • Grease your cake pans with butter or cooking spray and lightly flour them.
  • Mash the ripe bananas until smooth. Set aside.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the unsalted butter, sugar, and brown sugar. Cream them together until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
  • Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.
  • Gently fold in the Greek yogurt and the mashed bananas until well combined.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
  • Gently fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips.
  • Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Once baked, let the cakes cool in the pans for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack.
  • For a decadent finish, heat the heavy cream until just simmering. Pour it over the remaining chocolate chips in a bowl, stir until smooth, then pour over the cooled cake.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer
  • Baking pans
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Rubber spatula
  • Cooling rack

Notes

  • Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.
  • Freeze leftovers for up to three months, wrapped securely to prevent freezer burn.
  • Reheat slices in the microwave for a few seconds before serving.