Chocolate Banana Cake

Ingredients and Weight:

• 150 grams all-purpose flour
• 100 grams sugar
• 50 grams cocoa powder
• 3 ripe bananas
• 100 milliliters vegetable oil
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt

Preparation Time:

• Preparation Time: 20 minutes
• Cooking Time: 30 minutes

Difficulty Level:

Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Mix well.
3. In a separate bowl, mash the bananas and mix with the vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract.
4. Pour the banana mixture into the flour mixture and stir until well combined.
5. Pour the batter into a greased and floured cake pan.
6. Place the cake in the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Allow the cake to cool before slicing and serving.

Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming the cake is cut into 8 pieces)

• Calories: 350
• Fat: 18g
• Carbohydrates: 45g
• Protein: 5g

Dish Characteristics:

• Rich and chocolatey flavor
• Moist and dense texture
• Perfect for chocolate lovers
• Easy to make with readily available ingredients

User Comments:

1. "This chocolate banana cake was a hit! My family loved it."
2. "The chocolate and banana combination is so delicious. This is a great recipe."
3. "I made this cake for a friend's birthday and it was a big success. The cake was moist and had a great flavor."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure to use ripe bananas for the best flavor and texture.
• Use good quality cocoa powder for rich chocolate flavor.
• Adjust the baking time according to your oven's instructions or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.