Banana and Cocoa Loaf Cake Recipe: Butter-Free, Ready in 5 Minutes

Ladies, today I bring you an irresistible treat: banana and cocoa loaf cake, an easy, quick recipe perfect for breakfast or a snack. If you have ripe bananas to use up like me and are looking for a soft, fragrant cake without too much guilt, this banana and cocoa loaf cake is just what you need!
The banana and cocoa loaf cake is a butter-free recipe, ideal for those who want a light yet delicious dessert. Thanks to the banana, the batter is moist and soft, while the cocoa gives it that chocolaty touch that wins you over at the first bite. It’s the perfect dessert to start the day with energy or to accompany an afternoon tea with friends.
One of the things I love most about this loaf cake is that it is made in a few minutes using simple and wholesome ingredients. It’s a no-waste recipe, perfect for recycling overripe bananas. And if you want to make it even more special, you can add dark chocolate chips, nuts, or a pinch of cinnamon.
If you’re looking for a soft banana and cocoa loaf cake recipe, a dessert with ripe bananas, or a butter-free cocoa loaf cake, you’re in the right place. This loaf cake is also perfect for those searching for easy homemade desserts, sweets for kids, or healthy breakfast recipes.
In short, the banana and cocoa loaf cake is one of those recipes that never disappoints: simple, fragrant, and with that homey taste. Try it and let me know if you fall in love with it too!

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  • Difficulty: Very easy
  • Cost: Very economical
  • Preparation time: 5 Minutes
  • Cooking methods: Oven
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Seasonality: All seasons

Ingredients

  • 9 oz ripe bananas (about 2)
  • 2 eggs
  • 3.5 oz erythritol or sugar
  • 0.38 cup milk
  • 2.7 tbsp sunflower oil
  • 1.25 cups all-purpose flour
  • 0.35 cup cornstarch
  • 0.25 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • baking powder
  • 1.75 oz dark chocolate
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Tools

  • 1 Oven Electrolux oven
  • 1 Mold loaf cake mold
  • 1 Mixer mixer

Steps

  • Mash the bananas with a fork until a puree is formed and add the sugar.
    Pour in the milk and oil, mixing well.

  • Mix the dry ingredients: the flour, cornstarch, cocoa, and baking powder, sifting them together.
    Chop the dark chocolate, lightly flour it, and add it to the batter.

  • Add the vanilla extract, mix well, and pour the batter into a loaf cake mold already greased and floured to prevent sticking during baking.

  • Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F in a convection oven for about 45 minutes.
    The banana and cocoa loaf cake is ready!😀

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