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Chocolate Banana Cake

Cultural Context

Chocolate Banana Cake is a delightful fusion dessert that showcases the beloved flavors of chocolate and banana, often enjoyed in Indian households during celebrations and festive occasions. This cake not only highlights the use of ripe bananas, which add natural sweetness and moisture, but also reflects a modern twist on traditional baking. Today, variations abound, with some incorporating nuts or spices, making it a versatile treat loved by many.

IndianINdessert
45 min
medium
8 servings
Servings4
400g very ripe Bananas (about 3 medium)
3 large eggs at room temperature
3/4 cup (130g) Brown sugar
2/3 cup (160g) Plain yogurt at room temperature
1 tsp (5g) Vanilla extract
1 + 1/2 cups (135g) Oat flour
1/3 cup (30g) Unsweetened cocoa powder
1 + 1/2 tsp (6g) Baking powder
1/4 tsp (1g) Salt
150g (about 1 cup) Semi-sweet chocolate (50% cocoa solids)
200g very ripe Bananas

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds healthy fats and a subtle flavor.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey provides natural sweetness with added moisture.

chocolate chips

🥗Healthier: dark chocolate chunks

💰Cheaper: chocolate bar

Dark chocolate offers antioxidants and a richer flavor.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour increases fiber content.

1

Preheat the oven and prepare a cake pan.

2

In a mixing bowl, mash the very ripe bananas and mix in the eggs, brown sugar, plain yogurt, and vanilla extract until well combined.

3

In another bowl, combine the oat flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.

4

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.

5

Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake until a toothpick comes out clean.

6

For the frosting, melt the semi-sweet chocolate and mix it with the very ripe bananas until smooth and creamy.

7

Spread the chocolate frosting over the cooled cake and serve.

Cooking Techniques

mixingbaking

Spice Level:

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Dietary

gluten-free

Allergens

glutendairyeggs

Also Known As

Banana Chocolate CakeChocolate Banana Bread

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