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Quick Banana Chocolate Cake

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45min

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8 servings

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This speedy banana chocolate cake combines two favorite flavors in one moist, tender dessert that's ready in under an hour. Ripe bananas add natural sweetness and moisture while cocoa powder delivers rich chocolate flavor throughout. Perfect for last-minute entertaining or weeknight dessert cravings, this simple cake requires minimal ingredients and effort but delivers impressive results. Enjoy it plain or with a dusting of powdered sugar for a quick, satisfying treat.

Nutrition Facts

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Fiber
Sugar
2 g
26 g
Allergen Content

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Eggs

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Ingredients

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Steps

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1
Preheat the Oven

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8x8 inch square baking pan.

2
Melt the Butter

Place butter in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave in 20-second intervals until melted.

3
Mash the Bananas

In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth.

4
Add Wet Ingredients

Add melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and sour cream to the mashed bananas and mix well.

5
Combine Dry Ingredients

In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.

6
Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures

Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.

7
Add Chocolate Chips

Fold in the chocolate chips, reserving a small handful for topping if desired.

8
Transfer to Baking Pan

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.

9
Top with Remaining Chocolate Chips

Sprinkle any reserved chocolate chips on top of the batter.

10
Bake the Cake

Bake in the preheated oven for 28-32 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.

11
Cool the Cake

Remove from oven and allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes.

12
Finish Cooling

Transfer cake to a wire rack to cool completely, about 20 minutes.

13
Dust with Powdered Sugar

Once cooled, dust the top of the cake with powdered sugar using a fine mesh sieve.

14
Slice and Serve

Cut into 8 equal pieces and serve.

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