Banana Chocolate Chip Cake With Chocolate Icing
Banana and chocolate is a match made in heaven, and when combined into a cake, it becomes a delectable dessert that's perfect for any occasion. If you're looking for an easy and delicious cake to make for your family or friends, this banana chocolate chip cake with chocolate icing is a great option.
Ingredients
For the cake:
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
For the chocolate icing:
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
For the cake:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the mashed bananas and vanilla extract.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in three additions, alternating with the buttermilk. Stir in the chocolate chips.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 45 to 50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool completely before icing.
For the chocolate icing:
- In a large bowl, beat the butter until creamy.
- Add the powdered sugar and cocoa powder, and beat until smooth.
- Gradually add the milk and vanilla extract, and beat until the frosting is smooth and creamy.
To frost the cake:
- Place the cake on a serving plate.
- Spoon the chocolate icing on top of the cake and spread it evenly with a spatula.
- Decorate the cake with chocolate chips or other toppings, if desired.
- Refrigerate the cake until ready to serve.
Variations
Here are some ways to customize this banana chocolate chip cake:
- Substitute white chocolate chips or peanut butter chips for the semisweet chocolate chips.
- Add chopped nuts, such as pecans or walnuts, to the batter.
- Add a teaspoon of cinnamon to the batter for a warm, spicy flavor.
- Make a cream cheese frosting instead of chocolate icing for a tangy contrast to the sweet cake.
Conclusion
This banana chocolate chip cake with chocolate icing is a delicious and easy dessert that's perfect for any occasion. With its moist texture and rich chocolate flavor, this cake is sure to impress your friends and family. So why not give it a try and see for yourself how delicious it is?
