Chocolate Banana Heaven Cake Recipe

Name: Chocolate Banana Heaven Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pkg. (2-layer size) chocolate cake mix (not pudding in the mix variety); 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder; 3 eggs; 1 cup prepared MAXWELL HOUSE Instant Coffee, cooled; 1/3 cup water; 4 ripe bananas, mashed; 1 tsp. MAXWELL HOUSE Instant Coffee; 2 Tbsp. milk, warmed; 1 pkg. (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened; 3 oz. BAKER'S Semi-Sweet Chocolate, melted; 2 cups powdered sugar; 1/2 cup PLANTERS Chopped Pecans; chocolate curls (optional)

Servings: persons

1 pkg. (2-layer size) chocolate cake mix (not pudding in the mix variety)
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
3 eggs
1 cup prepared MAXWELL HOUSE Instant Coffee, cooled
1/3 cup water
4 ripe bananas, mashed
1 tsp. MAXWELL HOUSE Instant Coffee
2 Tbsp. milk, warmed
1 pkg. (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened
3 oz. BAKER'S Semi-Sweet Chocolate, melted
2 cups powdered sugar
1/2 cup PLANTERS Chopped Pecans
chocolate curls (optional)

1
Grease and flour 2 (9-in.)
2
round cake pans.
3
Line bottoms of pans with wax paper.
4
Stir cake mix and cocoa in large bowl.
5
Add eggs, 1 cup prepared coffee, water and bananas; beat with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds, scraping bowl frequently.
6
Beat on medium speed 2 min.
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; pour evenly into prepared pans.
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Bake at 350F for 30 to 35 min.
9
or until toothpick inserted in centers comes out clean.
10
Cool 10 min.
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; remove from pans.
12
Immediately remove wax paper.
13
Cool cake layers completely on wire racks.
14
Dissolve 1 tsp.
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instant coffee in warm milk.
16
Beat cream cheese with electric mixer on medium speed until creamy.
17
Add milk mixture; beat 2 min., then blend in melted chocolate.
18
Add powdered sugar; beat until smooth and fluffy.
19
Use to fill and frost cooled cake layers.
20
Immediately press pecans into frosting on side of cake.
21
Garnish top with chocolate curls.

1111

kcal

Calories

Fat

137

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

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.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pkg. (2-layer size) chocolate cake mix (not pudding in the mix variety), 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 3 eggs, 1 cup prepared MAXWELL HOUSE Instant Coffee, cooled, and more.

Yes, Chocolate Banana Heaven 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chocolate Banana Heaven Cake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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