Double Chocolate Banana Layer Cake
Double Chocolate Banana Layer Cake – A Choco-Banana Dream Come True!
Craving something irresistibly rich, moist, and full of chocolatey goodness? Say hello to this Double Chocolate Banana Layer Cake—where sweet ripe bananas meet intense cocoa in a decadent dessert that’s perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or just because you deserve something amazing.
Let’s dive right in!
Ingredients
For the Chocolate Banana Cake:
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
For the Chocolate Frosting:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 ½ cups powdered sugar
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
For Garnish:
- Chocolate shavings
- Fresh banana slices
Directions
1. Bake the Cake Layers
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 9-inch round cake pans—trust me, you want easy release when it’s time to stack!
In a medium bowl, whisk together your dry ingredients: flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, beat together the eggs, sugar, buttermilk, oil, and vanilla extract. Stir in the mashed bananas (yes, it smells amazing already!).
Gradually add your dry mix to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Divide the batter evenly between your pans and pop them into the oven for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Let them cool completely—frosting warm cake is a no-go unless you want a melty mess (tempting, but wait it out!).
2. Whip Up the Chocolate Frosting
Using a hand mixer or stand mixer, beat the butter until fluffy and creamy. Slowly add in the powdered sugar and cocoa powder, mixing on low to avoid the dreaded cocoa cloud.
Pour in the heavy cream, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Beat on high until the frosting is silky smooth and oh-so-spreadable.
3. Assemble Your Layer Cake
Place one cooled cake layer on your serving plate or cake stand. Spread a generous amount of frosting over the top. Place the second cake layer gently on top and frost the top and sides until beautifully covered.
Now comes the fun part—decorate! Garnish with rich chocolate shavings and fresh banana slices for that final wow-factor.
4. Chill and Serve
Refrigerate the cake for at least 30 minutes before slicing. This helps everything set beautifully and makes slicing a breeze.
Final Thoughts
This cake is every bit as indulgent as it sounds. The banana adds a moist texture and subtle sweetness that pairs perfectly with the deep cocoa flavor. It’s rich, satisfying, and bound to be a favorite for anyone who loves the chocolate-banana combo.
So go ahead—bake it, share it (or don’t), and enjoy every bite!
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