Teresa Taylor
@te_ta35
Decadent Chocolate Banana Layer Cake
Indulge in this rich and moist chocolate banana layer cake, perfect for any celebration or a delightful treat. With layers of chocolatey goodness and creamy frosting, it's a dessert that will impress everyone!
Details
- Difficulty:hard
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Ingredients:18
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Recipe Information
- Prep time35 min.
- Cook time25 min.
- Total time60 min.
- Servings12
Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups
- 1 teaspoon
- 1 teaspoon
- 3/4 teaspoon
- 6 tablespoons
- 3/4 cup
- 1 1/2 cups
- 2
- 1 teaspoon
- 1 cup
- 1/2 cup
- 3 ounces
- 3 tablespoons
- 1 teaspoon
- 2 cups
- 1/4 cup
- 2 tablespoons
- 2
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Decadent Chocolate Banana Layer Cake.
Step 1
Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare two 9-inch round cake pans by greasing them and lining the bottoms with parchment paper. This will ensure your cake layers come out easily after baking.
Step 2
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, baking soda, and cocoa powder until well combined. This dry mixture will be the foundation of your cake, so make sure it's evenly mixed.
Step 3
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and white sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. This step is crucial for incorporating air into the batter, which helps the cake rise beautifully. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract, followed by the mashed bananas and buttermilk. Alternate adding the dry flour mixture in three parts, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are perfectly fine!
Step 4
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Once baked, let the cakes cool in the pans for about 10 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
Step 5
While the cakes are cooling, prepare the frosting. In a bowl, mash together the cream cheese and softened butter until smooth. Add the vanilla extract, then gradually mix in the confectioners' sugar and cocoa powder. Finally, add milk a little at a time until the frosting reaches a smooth and spreadable consistency.
Step 6
Once the cakes are completely cool, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread about a third of the frosting on top, and if you like, layer on some sliced bananas for an extra touch of flavor. Carefully place the second cake layer on top and frost the top and sides with the remaining frosting. For a beautiful finish, you can decorate the top with additional banana slices if desired. Enjoy your decadent chocolate banana layer cake!