Banana Chocolate Espresso Cake Recipe

Name: Banana Chocolate Espresso Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: BANANA CAKE; 3 large eggs; 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar; 2 large very ripe bananas, mashed; 3/4 cup vegetable oil; 1 3/4 cups all purpose flour; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt; CHOCOLATE GANACHE; 100 grams dark chocolate, cut into small chunks; 1/3 cup heavy cream; 1/2 tablespoon corn syrup; ESPRESSO BUTTERCREAM; 1 cup unsalted butter, softened; 2 cups powdered sugar; 2 tablespoons cooled espresso or very strong coffee; GARNISH; 1/4 cup chocolate sprinkles

Servings: persons

BANANA CAKE
3 large eggs
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
2 large very ripe bananas, mashed
3/4 cup vegetable oil
1 3/4 cups all purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
CHOCOLATE GANACHE
100 grams dark chocolate, cut into small chunks
1/3 cup heavy cream
1/2 tablespoon corn syrup
ESPRESSO BUTTERCREAM
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 cups powdered sugar
2 tablespoons cooled espresso or very strong coffee
GARNISH
1/4 cup chocolate sprinkles

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["Preheat oven to 350F. Grease four 6-inch cake pans and line bottoms with parchment paper. Set aside.", "To prepare the banana cake layers, whisk together eggs, sugar, bananas and oil in a bowl, until mixture becomes smooth.", "Sift in flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt. Stir until just combined.", "Remove from oven and let rest for 10 minutes. Invert cake layers and place them on rack to cool.", "To prepare ganache, place chocolate, heavy cream and corn syrup in a medium heatproof bowl over a pot of simmering water. Stir the mixture using a wooden spoon until melted and smooth, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.", "To prepare buttercream frosting, place butter and powdered sugar in a mixing bowl. Beat until pale and fluffy, about 5 minutes. Add espresso and continue beating until well combined.", "To assemble the cake, place one cake layer on a serving plate, spread 2 to 3 tablespoons ganache on top, followed by a layer of espresso buttercream. Continue until the last cake layer is placed. Frost the cake top and sides with the remaining buttercream. Garnish with chocolate sprinkles.
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Cover and refrigerate the cake. Leave out in room temperature for at least an hour prior to serving."]

1960

kcal

Calories

119

Fat

213

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: BANANA CAKE, 3 large eggs, 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar, 2 large very ripe bananas, mashed, and more.

Yes, Banana Chocolate Espresso Cake 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.

Banana Chocolate Espresso Cake

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