Best 12 Very Chocolate Banana Cake Recipes

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Searching for a moist and decadent chocolate banana cake recipe? Look no further! This article gathers the top-rated recipes for the ultimate chocolate banana cake experience. From classic to unique variations, you'll find the perfect one to satisfy your cravings. Whether you prefer a dense and fudgy texture or a light and fluffy cake, these recipes have you covered. Get ready to indulge in a symphony of rich chocolate and sweet banana flavors that will leave your taste buds tantalized.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

YUMMY, EASY CHOCOLATE BANANA CAKE



Yummy, Easy Chocolate Banana Cake image

So easy, so good! Only 3 ingredients. This recipe was a happy mistake. I misread a recipe and discovered this fantastic treat! It has a different texture than a regular cake. Sort of a cross between cake and brownies, it has a lovely chewiness. Lovely hot out of the oven alone or with ice cream, or when cool topped with whipped cream.

Provided by Sandra B.

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Banana Dessert Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 4

cooking spray
3 ripe bananas
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 (18.25 ounce) package chocolate cake mix

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan with cooking spray.
  • Mix bananas and baking soda together in a bowl. Add cake mix; stir to create a thick batter. Spread into the prepared baking pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210.9 calories, Carbohydrate 38.2 g, Fat 6.8 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 460.6 mg, Sugar 20.1 g

CHOCOLATE BANANA CAKE



Chocolate Banana Cake image

Make and share this Chocolate Banana Cake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Debbb

Categories     Dessert

Time 55m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3/4 cup margarine
1 3/4 cups white sugar
2 eggs
1 1/4 cups mashed bananas
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 cups flour
3/4 cup cocoa
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup sour milk (put 1 tbsp. of vinegar in 3/4 measuring cup, fill with skim milk)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Cream margarine with sugar and eggs.
  • Mix in banana and vanilla.
  • Mix flour with remaining dry ingredients.
  • Add flour mixture to margarine mixture in 3 parts, alternately with sour milk.
  • Begin and end with flour.
  • Spread in 2 greased 8" cake pans.
  • Bake in oven about 40 minutes.
  • When cool, frost generously with chocolate butter frosting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 346.5, Fat 13.4, SaturatedFat 3, Cholesterol 32.5, Sodium 447.9, Carbohydrate 52.7, Fiber 2, Sugar 31.9, Protein 5

THE BEST BANANA CAKE



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This banana cake is delectably moist, perfectly sweet and easy to make. Dark brown sugar and sour cream add depth to the batter, and we added melted butter instead of vegetable oil for a flavor boost. Fluffy cream cheese frosting and swirls of dulce de leche will make you go back for seconds. We also upped the ante by using bananas in two ways -- fresh bananas are mixed into the cake while maple-candied banana chips create a crunchy topping.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 2h

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

Nonstick cooking spray
6 very ripe bananas
2 1/2 cups packed dark brown sugar
2 sticks (1 cup) unsalted butter, melted
1 cup sour cream
4 large eggs
1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
4 cups all-purpose flour (see Cook's Note)
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 stick (8 tablespoons) unsalted butter, at room temperature
6 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
2 cups confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 1/2 tablespoons dulce de leche
1 1/2 tablespoons maple syrup
1 cup banana chips

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and line a 9-by-13-inch baking pan (see Cook's Note) with aluminum foil, leaving a 2-inch overhang on the two longer sides. Lightly spray the foil with nonstick cooking spray.
  • For the cake, mash the bananas in a large bowl with a fork or potato masher until very smooth. Whisk in the dark brown sugar, melted butter, sour cream, eggs and vanilla until smooth and combined. In a separate large bowl, whisk together the flour, cinnamon, baking soda and salt.
  • Fold the dry ingredients into the banana mixture in thirds until just combined. Pour into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top. Bake until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 1 hour. Leave the cake in the pan to cool slightly, about 30 minutes. Use the foil overhang to remove the cake from the pan, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Meanwhile, beat the butter, cream cheese and salt in a large bowl with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth. Reduce to low speed, then add the powdered sugar a cup at a time until smooth. Increase the speed to medium-high and beat until fluffy, 1 to 2 minutes. Beat in the vanilla extract.
  • Transfer 1/2 cup of the frosting to a small bowl and stir in the dulce de leche until smooth. Cover both frostings with plastic wrap and keep at room temperature until ready to assemble the cake.
  • For the candied banana chips, warm the maple syrup in a medium nonstick skillet over medium heat until it just starts bubbling. Add the banana chips and cook, tossing and stirring frequently with a rubber spatula, until the chips have absorbed almost all the maple syrup and are browned in spots, 3 to 4 minutes. Immediately transfer the banana chips to a baking sheet, spread in an even layer and cool completely. Once cool, roughly chop.
  • Transfer the cake to a serving platter. Spread about 3/4 cup plain cream cheese frosting all over the top of the cake.
  • Dollop the dulce de leche frosting and remaining plain frosting on top, then use a small offset spatula to swirl both frostings together in a swooping design, making sure the frosting goes all the way to the edges of the cake. Top with the chopped candied banana chips.

VERY CHOCOLATE BANANA CAKE



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Melty morsels of chocolate infuse this very moist, flavorful dessert. Hint: have cold milk or black coffee handy!

Provided by love2cook

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Banana Dessert Recipes

Time 2h20m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 7

cooking spray
4 overripe bananas, mashed
⅓ cup vegetable oil
4 eggs
1 (15.25 ounce) package chocolate fudge cake mix
2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
½ teaspoon confectioners' sugar, or as needed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Coat a 9-inch fluted tube pan (such as Bundt®) with cooking spray.
  • Mix bananas, oil, and eggs in a bowl until fully combined. Add cake mix and blend thoroughly using an electric mixer. Stir in chocolate chips. Pour batter into the prepared pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 40 minutes.
  • Let cake cool completely, about 1 hour 30 minutes. Sprinkle with confectioners' sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 478.1 calories, Carbohydrate 63.8 g, Cholesterol 65.5 mg, Fat 26 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 6.7 g, SaturatedFat 9.1 g, Sodium 385.5 mg, Sugar 40.9 g

EASY CHOCOLATE-BANANA SNACK CAKE



Easy Chocolate-Banana Snack Cake image

Snack cake has never tasted so good. This easy (no mixer needed!), chocolaty cake is a genius new go-to anytime you have ripe bananas on hand.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h45m

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ devil's food cake mix
1 container (5.3 oz) Greek vanilla yogurt
1 cup mashed ripe bananas (2 to 3 medium)
1/4 cup vegetable oil
3 eggs
3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons miniature semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray bottom only of 13x9-inch pan with cooking spray.
  • In large bowl, stir cake mix, yogurt, bananas, oil and eggs with spoon until well blended. Add 3/4 cup chocolate chips; mix to distribute evenly in batter.
  • Spread in pan. Sprinkle evenly with 2 tablespoons chocolate chips.
  • Bake 30 to 34 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool completely, about 1 hour. Cut into 6 rows by 3 rows.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190, Carbohydrate 28 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 210 mg, Sugar 16 g, TransFat 0 g

EASY CHOCOLATE BANANA CAKE



Easy Chocolate Banana Cake image

Easy to make cake. Dust with confectioners' sugar, no frosting needed.

Provided by Harriet

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Banana Dessert Recipes

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (18.25 ounce) package white cake mix
⅓ cup vegetable oil
4 eggs
8 ounces sour cream
8 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
½ cup semisweet chocolate chips
1 banana, peeled and mashed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease and flour one 9x13 inch pan.
  • Mix together cake mix, oil, eggs, sour cream, cocoa, chocolate chips, and banana, and beat for two minutes. Pour into prepared pan.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 35 minutes. Let cool in pan and dust with powdered sugar if desired. ENJOY!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 233.5 calories, Carbohydrate 28.5 g, Cholesterol 46.9 mg, Fat 12.7 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 3.8 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 211.8 mg, Sugar 19 g

EASIEST EVER CHOCOLATE BANANA CAKE



Easiest Ever Chocolate Banana Cake image

Do you have some bananas that need to be used up? This is a great recipe from Chatelaine Food Express Quickies which uses chocolate cake mix. You can have a lovely cake ready in under 45 minutes. When I made this I used Dr.Oetker Added Touch Devil's Food Cake Mix. The cake mix package size was 520 g and I baked it in a bundt pan for 45 min.

Provided by Dreamer in Ontario

Categories     Dessert

Time 40m

Yield 18 squares, 18 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (16 ounce) package chocolate cake mix
3 eggs (or as called for by your cake mix)
1/3 cup oil (or as called for by your cake mix)
1 cup water
1/2 cup banana, pureed

Steps:

  • Prepare cake mix following the directions on the package but using only 1 cup of water.
  • Stir in the pureed bananas.
  • Bake in 2 greased 9" square baking pans for 30 minutes (cake is done when toothpick comes out clean).
  • ALTERNATE PANS AND BAKING TIMES:.
  • 1-9X13" pan = 35-40 minute.
  • 2-8" round pans = 35-40 minute.
  • 2-9" round pans = 30-35 minute.
  • 2-8" square pans = 30-35 minute.
  • 24 cupcakes = 20-25 minute.
  • 12 cup fluted pan (bundt pan) = 40-45 minute.

CHOCOLATE BANANA CAKE



Chocolate Banana Cake image

Americans consume more bananas than any other type of fruit. And no wonder. Bananas are aseasonal, prepacked in individual servings with easily removable biodegradable coverings (tear off end, pull skin down) and conveniently capable of being shipped green to ripen in your kitchen. Had the banana been designed by a wholesaler he could hardly have done better. Bananas that have softened beyond palatability can be put to good use. Here is an excellent example.

Provided by Florence Fabricant

Categories     dessert

Time 50m

Yield 8 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup sugar
2 eggs
1 1/2 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup banana purée (about 3 medium bananas)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 ounces semisweet or bittersweet chocolate
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons milk
1 teaspoon rum (optional)
1/2 cup walnut pieces

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Butter and flour a nine-inch-square cake pan.
  • Cream the soft butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  • Sift flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt together and add to butter mixture alternately with banana puree. Stir in vanilla.
  • Pour batter into prepared pan, bake 35 to 40 minutes, until a cake tester comes out clean. Turn onto a rack and allow to cool completely.
  • While the cake is baking, melt the chocolate in a double boiler over hot water. Remove from heat. Add butter in small pieces and allow to cool to room temperature. When cool, beat the chocolate mixture until smooth, stir in the milk and rum and beat until spreading consistency. When cake is cooled, frost the top with chocolate and sprinkle with walnuts.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 333, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 45 grams, Fat 16 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 9 grams, Sodium 228 milligrams, Sugar 28 grams, TransFat 0 grams

CHOCOLATE & BANANA CAKE



Chocolate & banana cake image

Just one look at this chocolate and banana treat is enough to know it won't stay in the cake tin for long

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dessert, Dinner, Supper

Time 1h35m

Yield Makes 1 large loaf cake

Number Of Ingredients 12

100ml sunflower oil, plus extra to grease
175g caster sugar
175g self-raising flour
½ tsp bicarbonate of soda
4 tbsp cocoa powder
100g chocolate chips or chunks
175g very ripe bananas
3 medium eggs, 2 separated
50ml milk
100g milk chocolate
100ml soured cream
handful dried banana chips, roughly chopped

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 160C/140C fan/gas 3. Grease and line a 2lb loaf tin with baking parchment (allow it to come 2cm above top of tin). Mix the sugar, flour, bicarb, cocoa and chocolate in a large bowl.
  • Mash the bananas in a bowl and stir in the whole egg plus 2 yolks, followed by the oil and milk. Beat the egg whites until stiff. Quickly stir the wet banana mixture into the dry ingredients, stir in a quarter of the egg whites to loosen the mixture, then gently fold in the rest. Gently scrape into the tin and bake for 1 hr 10-15 mins, or until a skewer inserted comes out clean.
  • Cool in the tin on a wire rack. To make the icing, melt the chocolate and soured cream together in a heatproof bowl over a pan of barely simmering water. Chill in the fridge until spreadable. Remove cake from tin, roughly swirl icing over and scatter with the banana chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 502 calories, Fat 27 grams fat, SaturatedFat 9 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 63 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 43 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 7 grams protein, Sodium 0.51 milligram of sodium

WHITE CHOCOLATE BANANA CAKE



White Chocolate Banana Cake image

When I mentioned the recipe contest to my husband, he immediately suggested I enter this extra special cake. Packed with ripe bananas and white chocolate in the batter, it tastes wonderful even without the frosting.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 12-16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/2 cup shortening
2 cups sugar
2 large eggs
1-1/2 cups mashed ripe bananas (about 3 medium)
3 teaspoons vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup buttermilk
4 ounces white baking chocolate, melted and cooled
CREAM CHEESE FROSTING:
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup butter, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
5 cups confectioners' sugar
1/2 cup finely chopped pecans, toasted

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating will after each addition. Beat in bananas and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk, beating well after each addition. Fold in chocolate., Pour into three greased and floured 9-in. round baking pan. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing cake from pans to wire racks to cool completely., For frosting, in a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, butter and vanilla until smooth. Gradually beat in confectioners' sugar. Spread between layers and over top and sides of cake. Sprinkle with pecans. Store in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 581 calories, Fat 24g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 66mg cholesterol, Sodium 294mg sodium, Carbohydrate 88g carbohydrate (66g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

CHOCOLATE-BANANA SNACK CAKE



Chocolate-Banana Snack Cake image

This banana cake studded with chocolate chips and infused with sweet fruity flavor is made easy with common baking ingredients that you probably already have on hand. Ripe bananas are the secret to achieving a rich texture, while baking cocoa and sugar give the cake a luxurious chocolate flavor. Enjoy it for an afternoon snack or a post-dinner treat on any day of the week.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h40m

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 very ripe medium bananas
1 1/4 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
3/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup unsweetened baking cocoa
1/3 cup vegetable oil
1/3 cup water
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon white vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Place bananas in ungreased 8-inch square pan; mash with fork. Stir in remaining ingredients except chocolate chips. Sprinkle chocolate chips over batter.
  • Bake 35 to 37 minutes or until toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool completely, about 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270, Carbohydrate 41 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 210 mg, Sugar 23 g, TransFat 0 g

BANANA CHOCOLATE CAKE



Banana Chocolate Cake image

This light-as-air chocolate cake has a yummy banana flavor. It's scrumptious as is, but you can also dress it up with nuts or light frostings. -Tina Bellows, Racine, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/3 cup butter, softened
Sugar substitute equivalent to 3/4 cup sugar
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 large eggs, room temperature
1/2 cup water
1-1/3 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup nonfat dry milk powder
3 tablespoons baking cocoa
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2 medium bananas)
Confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. Coat a 9-in. square baking pan with cooking spray., Cream butter, sugar substitute and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add vanilla and eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in water. Whisk together flour, milk powder, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda and salt; add to creamed mixture just until combined. Stir in bananas., Transfer to prepared pan. Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean and cake begins to pull from sides of pan, 23-28 minutes. Cool completely in pan on a wire rack. Dust with confectioners' sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 169 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 45mg cholesterol, Sodium 261mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Use very ripe bananas: The riper the bananas, the sweeter and more flavorful your cake will be.
  • Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy: This will help to incorporate air into the batter, resulting in a lighter and more tender cake.
  • Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition: This will help to prevent the batter from curdling.
  • Add the dry ingredients in three additions, alternating with the buttermilk: This will help to prevent the batter from becoming too thick or lumpy.
  • Do not overmix the batter: Overmixing can result in a tough, dense cake.
  • Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean: This will ensure that the cake is cooked through.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting: This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.

Conclusion:

This very chocolate banana cake is a delicious and decadent treat that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own preferences. For a richer cake, use dark chocolate chips instead of semi-sweet. For a more intense banana flavor, use overripe bananas. And for a fun twist, try adding a layer of chocolate ganache or peanut butter frosting. No matter how you choose to make it, this cake is sure to be a hit!

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