Double Chocolate Banana Cake Recipe

Name: Double Chocolate Banana Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups cake flour sifted; 2 tablespoons cocoa powder unsweetened; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 2 small bananas about 3/4 cup; 3/4 cup buttermilk; ⅔ cup brown sugar packed; 4 tablespoons corn syrup, dark; 3 tablespoons canola oil; 1 tablespoon vanilla extract; 1/2 cup chocolate chips; 3 tablespoons pecans or walnuts; 1 x powdered sugar for dusting

Servings: persons

2 cups cake flour sifted
2 tablespoons cocoa powder unsweetened
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 small bananas about 3/4 cup
3/4 cup buttermilk
⅔ cup brown sugar packed
4 tablespoons corn syrup, dark
3 tablespoons canola oil
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup chocolate chips
3 tablespoons pecans or walnuts
1 x powdered sugar for dusting

1
Preheat oven to 400AF.
2
Lightly coat an 8-by-11 1/2-inch baking dish with cooking spray or greased with butter.
3
Add flour, cocoa, baking soda and salt in a large bowl, and whisk until well mixed.
4
Add mashed banana, buttermilk, brown sugar, corn syrup, oil and vanilla in a medium bowl, and stir until well combined.
5
Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and mix in the wet ingredients, stir with a wooden spoon just until all the ingredients are just incorporated.
6
Transfer the batter into the prepared baking dish, smoothing the top.
7
Evenly sprinkle chocolate chips and nuts over the top.
8
Bake until a wooden stick inserted in the center comes out clean, 18 to 22 minutes.
9
Allow to cool completely in the pan, dust with powdered sugar.
10
Cut into squares and serve.

1116

kcal

Calories

Fat

136

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups cake flour sifted, 2 tablespoons cocoa powder unsweetened, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Double Chocolate Banana 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.

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Double Chocolate Banana Cake

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Variations & substitutions

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