Soft Banana and Chocolate Cake: the banana-saving treat for breakfast and snacks: Some desserts are born almost by accident, when two ripe bananas are left in the kitchen and you crave something good and quick.
The banana and chocolate cake is soft, scented with cinnamon and perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack.
It is ready in just a few minutes and made with ingredients we all have at home, while the aroma of bananas and chocolate fills the kitchen — this cake wins over both kids and adults, simple and wholesome, ideal for breakfast and snacks.
One of those recipes you’ll happily make again, also great to bring to school or the office without too much fuss.
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- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: Budget-friendly
- Rest time: 10 Days
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Cooking time: 40 Minutes
- Portions: 8 servings
- Cooking methods: Oven
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All seasons
- Energy 243.46 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 35.32 (g) of which sugars 16.72 (g)
- Proteins 3.13 (g)
- Fat 10.99 (g) of which saturated 1.58 (g)of which unsaturated 8.88 (g)
- Fibers 0.64 (g)
- Sodium 42.28 (mg)
Indicative values for a portion of 90 g processed in an automated way starting from the nutritional information available on the CREA* and FoodData Central** databases. It is not food and / or nutritional advice.
* CREATES Food and Nutrition Research Center: https://www.crea.gov.it/alimenti-e-nutrizione https://www.alimentinutrizione.it ** U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov
Ingredients
Here are all the simple, everyday ingredients you need to make this soft and fragrant cake. Quantities are suitable for an 8–10 portion cake, easy to find and perfect if you want to make it with children.
- 3 eggs
- 2/3 cup brown sugar
- 7 tbsp vegetable oil
- 3 1/2 tbsp milk
- 2 cups type 00 all-purpose flour
- 2 bananas (very ripe)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 pinch salt
- as needed brown sugar (for sprinkling on top)
280 kcal per serving, fat 12 g, carbohydrates 36 g, protein 4 g.
Tools
No complicated tools needed: just basic kitchen equipment. With a bowl, whisk, spatula and a pan you’re ready to make a soft cake without stress or extra trips to the kitchen!
- 1 Bowl large mixing bowl
- 1 Electric whisk electric beaters
- 1 Parchment paper parchment paper sheets
- 1 Spatula spatula
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Steps for the soft banana and chocolate cake
You don’t need to be a chef for this recipe! Follow these clear and simple steps, alternating banana slices and dark chocolate, to get a soft cake that smells like home. Small practical tips will help you get it perfect every time.
1. In a bowl break the eggs, add the brown sugar, the teaspoon of cinnamon and a pinch of salt. Beat with an electric mixer until the mixture is soft and pale.
2. Add the milk and oil, mixing gently.
3. Sift the flour and baking powder, incorporating gradually until you obtain a smooth batter without lumps.
4. Pour the batter into the pan lined with parchment paper.
5. Alternate slices of banana with pieces of dark chocolate on the surface. Sprinkle with some brown sugar.
6. Bake in a preheated conventional oven at 356°F for 40-45 minutes.
Do the skewer test before taking it out of the oven.
7. Let cool, then slice and serve.
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Tips, variations and storage
Replace the cinnamon with orange zest or vanilla for a different aroma.
For a richer version, add chocolate chips to the batter.
The cake stays soft for 3-4 days at room temperature in an airtight container.
Also great lightly warmed the next day.
Soft Banana and Chocolate Cake: the banana-saving treat for breakfast and snacks
Frequently asked questions about the banana and chocolate cake
Here are the answers to the most common questions about this recipe, with small practical tips.
Can I use smaller or larger bananas?
Yes, the amount of fruit can be adapted, just make sure they are very ripe.
Can I use white sugar?
Of course, but brown sugar gives more moisture and aroma.
Is it suitable for children?
Absolutely yes, perfect for breakfast and snacks, with no complicated ingredients.
Who wants a warm, soft slice?
