Description
Silky chocolate banana cheesecake cake marries rich cocoa with creamy banana goodness, creating a luxurious dessert that melts hearts. Layers of indulgence promise pure bliss with each forkful you savor.
Ingredients
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Cake Base:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Chocolate Elements:
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Thoroughly mash ripe bananas in a large mixing bowl, creating a smooth, creamy texture.
- Incorporate melted butter, whisked egg, and fragrant vanilla extract into the banana mixture, blending until uniform.
- In a separate vessel, sift together flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and a pinch of salt.
- Gently fold the dry ingredients into the banana mixture, using a delicate hand to prevent overworking the batter.
- Sprinkle chocolate chips throughout the batter, distributing them evenly for maximum flavor impact.
- Prepare a 9-inch round cake pan by lightly greasing the surface to prevent sticking.
- Transfer the batter into the prepared pan, smoothing the top with a spatula for an even surface.
- Position the pan in a preheated oven at 350F (175C), ensuring precise temperature for optimal baking.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, monitoring closely and testing doneness with a toothpick inserted into the center.
- Remove from oven and let the cake rest in the pan for 10 minutes to stabilize its structure.
- Carefully transfer the cake to a wire cooling rack, allowing it to reach room temperature completely.
Notes
- Gentle folding prevents tough cake texture, ensuring light and fluffy banana bread-like consistency.
- Adding extra chocolate chips on top before baking creates a delicious melted chocolate layer.
- Opt for dark chocolate chips for deeper, richer flavor profile that complements banana’s natural sweetness.
- Dairy-free option: Replace butter with coconut oil and use vegan chocolate chips for dietary flexibility.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 202 kcal
- Sugar: 13 g
- Sodium: 134 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 31 mg