Banana Chocolate Fudge Layer Cake (Light) Recipe

Name: Banana Chocolate Fudge Layer Cake (Light)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: BANANA CAKE; 3 tablespoons margarine or 3 tablespoons butter; 1/3 cup granulated sugar; 1 egg; 1 large ripe banana, mashed; 1 teaspoon vanilla; 3/4 cup all-purpose flour; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 1/4 cup low-fat yogurt; CHOCOLATE FUDGE CAKE; 3 tablespoons margarine or 3 tablespoons butter; 3/4 cup brown sugar; 1 egg; 3 tablespoons cocoa; 1/2 cup flour; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 1/2 teaspoon baking powder; 1/3 cup low-fat yogurt; FROSTING; 1 1/2 cups 5% fat ricotta cheese; 3/4 cup icing sugar; 1/4 cup cocoa; 1 banana, sliced thinly

Servings: persons

BANANA CAKE
3 tablespoons margarine or 3 tablespoons butter
1/3 cup granulated sugar
1 egg
1 large ripe banana, mashed
1 teaspoon vanilla
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 cup low-fat yogurt
CHOCOLATE FUDGE CAKE
3 tablespoons margarine or 3 tablespoons butter
3/4 cup brown sugar
1 egg
3 tablespoons cocoa
1/2 cup flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/3 cup low-fat yogurt
FROSTING
1 1/2 cups 5% fat ricotta cheese
3/4 cup icing sugar
1/4 cup cocoa
1 banana, sliced thinly

1
Preheat oven to 350u00b0 F (180u00b0 C and spray 2 8-inch round cake pans with vegetable spray.
2
Banana Cake: Combine margarine and sugar in large bowl or food processor; mix until smooth. Add egg, banana and vanilla; mix until well-combined. In small bowl, stir together flour and baking soda; add flour mixture to banana mixture alternately with yogurt and mix just until combined. Pour into prepared pan and bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until cake tester inserted in the center comes out clean.
3
Chocolate Fudge Cake: Combine margarine, sugar and egg in large bowl; mix until well combined (mixture may look curdled). In small bowl, stir together cocoa, flour, baking soda and baking powder; add to the batter alternately with the yogurt. Mix just until combined. Pour into prepared pan and bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until cake tester inserted in the center comes out clean.
4
Frosting: Put ricotta cheese, icing sugar and cocoa in food processor; process until smooth, or beat with electric mixer.
5
Assembly: Put banana cake on serving plate; top with one-quarter of the frosting. Place banana slices over top. Put chocolate cake on top and use remaining frosting to frost sides and top.

931

kcal

Calories

Fat

135

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.
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 23 ingredients. The key ingredients include: BANANA CAKE, 3 tablespoons margarine or 3 tablespoons butter, 1/3 cup granulated sugar, 1 egg, and more.

Yes, Banana Chocolate Fudge Layer Cake (Light) 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 Chocolate Fudge Layer Cake (Light)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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