Banana Cake With Chocolate Chip Streusel Recipe

Name: Banana Cake With Chocolate Chip Streusel
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 ½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips (can use mini chocolate chips); ⅔ cup packed light brown sugar; ¾ cup chopped walnuts; 1 tablespoon cinnamon; 1 ½ cups flour; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1 teaspoon baking powder; ¼ teaspoon salt; ¾ cup sugar; ½ cup butter, softened; 1 teaspoon vanilla; 1 large egg; 1 ⅓ cups very ripe bananas (about 3 large); ¼ cup buttermilk

Servings: persons

1 ½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips (can use mini chocolate chips)
⅔ cup packed light brown sugar
¾ cup chopped walnuts
1 tablespoon cinnamon
1 ½ cups flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt
¾ cup sugar
½ cup butter, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 large egg
1 ⅓ cups very ripe bananas (about 3 large)
¼ cup buttermilk

1
Set oven to 350.
2
Butter and flour an 8 x 8-inch metal baking pan.
3
For the streusel: in a bowl combine chocolate chips, brown sugar, walnuts and 1 tablespoon cinnamon until well blended; set aside.
4
For the cake: in a bowl, sift together the the flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt.
5
Using an electric mixer, beat the sugar, softened butter, vanilla and egg in a large bowl until smooth.
6
Add in the mashed banana and buttermilk; mix until combined.
7
Add in the flour mixture and blend well.
8
Spread about 2 cups of batter into prepared baking pan.
9
Sprinkle with half of the streusel mixture.
10
Top with remaining batter, then with streusel mix on top.
11
Bake for about 45 minutes, or until cake tests done.
12
Cool cake in pan on a rack.

1366

kcal

Calories

Fat

172

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 ½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips (can use mini chocolate chips), ⅔ cup packed light brown sugar, ¾ cup chopped walnuts, 1 tablespoon cinnamon, and more.

Yes, Banana Cake With Chocolate Chip Streusel falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Banana Cake With Chocolate Chip Streusel

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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