Ingredients and Weight:
- 180g all-purpose flour
- 100g cocoa powder
- 150g sugar
- 100g unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 3 large eggs
- 2 ripe bananas (mashed)
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (or to flavor your choice)
- Milk or coffee for serving (optional)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes
- Cooking Time: 35-40 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one by one, beating well after each addition.
- Mix in the mashed bananas.
- Sift together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix well.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Pour the batter into a greased and floured 8-inch round cake pan.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool the cake completely before serving with milk or coffee.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving - assuming the cake is cut into 8 pieces)
Calories: Approximately 450 calories per slice
Fat: 22g, Carbohydrates: 68g, Protein: 6g
Dish Characteristics:
- Rich chocolate flavor combined with the subtle sweetness of bananas.
- Moist and dense texture.
- Easy to make with ingredients easily available in supermarkets.
User Comments:
- "This is an amazing chocolate banana cake! The flavor combination is fantastic."
- "I made this for my family and they loved it. It was so easy to make too."
- "This cake is a hit at my house! It's moist and delicious."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Ensure that the butter is at room temperature for easier mixing.
- Use ripe bananas for the best flavor and texture.
- Do not overbake the cake; check after 35 minutes using a toothpick to ensure it's done.
- For extra moistness, consider adding a few tablespoons of milk to the cake batter.
