Double Chocolate Banana Layer Cake
This decadent Double Chocolate Banana Layer Cake combines rich chocolate with the natural sweetness of bananas, creating a moist and delightful dessert perfect for celebrations and gatherings.
Servings 12 servings
Calories 350kcal
Ingredients
Cake Ingredients
- 1.5 cups mashed ripe bananas adds natural sweetness and moisture
- 2 cups all-purpose flour forms the cake’s foundation
- 3/4 cup cocoa powder for deep chocolate richness
- 1.5 teaspoons baking powder helps the cake rise
- 1 teaspoon baking soda helps the cake rise
- 1/2 teaspoon salt enhances flavors
- 1 cup granulated sugar for sweetness
- 1/2 cup brown sugar adds depth and caramel notes
- 3/4 cup vegetable oil for moist crumb
- 2 large eggs for binding
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract for aroma
- 3/4 cup buttermilk adds delightful tang
- 1 cup chocolate chips for fudge-like indulgence
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour two 8-inch cake pans.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, alternating with the buttermilk, and stir gently until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and smooth the tops.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cakes to cool completely in their pans before gently removing them.
Notes
Let your bananas ripen fully for maximum sweetness. Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for smoother mixing. For an extra layer of flavor, add a teaspoon of espresso powder to enhance the chocolate.