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Banana Chocolate Chip Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe

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This moist and flavorful Banana Chocolate Chip Cake combines the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with rich semi-sweet chocolate chips, all topped with a luscious cream cheese cocoa frosting. Perfect for dessert or a special snack, this cake features a tender crumb and creamy frosting that will delight banana and chocolate lovers alike.

Ingredients

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Cake Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 Cups All Purpose Flour
  • 1 1/4 teaspoons Baking Soda
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 Cup Salted Butter (at room temperature)
  • 1/2 Cup Granulated Sugar
  • 3 Large Eggs (at room temperature)
  • 1 Cup Mashed Banana
  • 1/4 Cup Buttermilk
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 Cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips

Frosting Ingredients

  • 16 Ounces Cream Cheese (at room temperature)
  • 1 Stick Salted Butter (at room temperature)
  • 1/2 Cup Cocoa Powder
  • 2 Tablespoons Milk (divided)
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 2–3 Cups Powdered Sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper. Spray the parchment with non-stick spray to ensure the cake does not stick.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, whip the room temperature butter using an electric mixer until smooth and fluffy. Gradually add the granulated sugar and continue to mix for about 4 minutes until creamy.
  4. Add Eggs and Wet Ingredients: Add the eggs one at a time to the butter-sugar mixture, mixing each egg until fully incorporated. Then add the mashed banana, buttermilk, and vanilla extract, mixing again to combine evenly.
  5. Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gently fold the dry flour mixture into the wet ingredients until mostly combined. Then fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips carefully to avoid overmixing.
  6. Bake the Cake: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Cool the Cake: Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 20-30 minutes until it is cool enough to frost.
  8. Prepare Frosting: In a large bowl, beat together the cream cheese and salted butter at room temperature until smooth and creamy.
  9. Add Cocoa and Flavor: Stir in the cocoa powder, 1 tablespoon of milk, and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined and smooth.
  10. Add Powdered Sugar: Gradually add 2-3 cups of powdered sugar to the frosting mixture, beating for 2-3 minutes until fluffy. Add the remaining tablespoon of milk if needed to reach desired frosting consistency.
  11. Frost the Cake: Once the cake is cool to the touch, spread the frosting evenly over the top. Optionally, decorate with banana slices before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Ensure the bananas are very ripe for maximum sweetness and flavor.
  • Room temperature ingredients like butter and eggs help create a smooth batter and frosting.
  • Do not overmix the batter once the flour is added to avoid a dense cake texture.
  • Use a parchment-lined pan and spray to prevent sticking and make removal easier.
  • The frosting can be adjusted in thickness by adding more powdered sugar or milk as needed.
  • Store leftover cake covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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