Double Chocolate Banana Layer Cake
Double Chocolate Banana Layer Cake is a delicious and fun dessert that combines the rich flavors of chocolate with the sweetness of ripe bananas. This cake is perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or just a treat for yourself. It’s moist, flavorful, and topped with creamy chocolate frosting, making it hard to resist!
Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas mashed
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Chocolate shavings
- Banana slices
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and line two 9-inch cake pans.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, beat the eggs, granulated sugar, buttermilk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until well mixed.
- Stir in the mashed bananas into the wet mixture.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until they are combined.
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cakes to cool completely before frosting.
- For the frosting, beat the softened butter in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
- Gradually add powdered sugar and cocoa powder, mixing well.
- Add the heavy cream, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt, then beat until smooth and creamy.
- Place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread a generous layer of chocolate frosting on top.
- Add the second cake layer and frost the top and sides evenly.
- Garnish with chocolate shavings and banana slices.
- Let the cake sit for 30 minutes before slicing for the best results.