Banana Chocolate Bundt Cake Recipe
This rich and moist bundt cake combines ripe bananas with decadent chocolate for a perfect dessert or snack. The bundt shape gives it an elegant look, and it pairs wonderfully with a drizzle of chocolate glaze!
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- ½ cup (120ml) vegetable oil or melted butter
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour
- ½ cup (60g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup (120ml) buttermilk (or regular milk + 1 tsp vinegar)
- ¾ cup (130g) chocolate chips (optional)
For the Chocolate Glaze (optional):
- ½ cup (90g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ¼ cup (60ml) heavy cream
- 1 tbsp butter
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a bundt pan, or spray with non-stick baking spray.
- Prepare the Wet Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, mash the bananas until smooth. Add sugar, oil (or melted butter), eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
- Combine the Dry Ingredients:
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Mix the Batter:
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the buttermilk. Stir until just combined—don’t overmix.
- Fold in the chocolate chips if using.
- Bake the Cake:
- Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes, then carefully invert it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
- Make the Chocolate Glaze (optional):
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips, heavy cream, and butter. Microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth.
- Glaze the Cake:
- Once the cake has cooled, drizzle the warm glaze over the top. Let it set for a few minutes before serving.
Serving Suggestions
This Banana Chocolate Bundt Cake pairs perfectly with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a cup of coffee. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days.
Enjoy this decadent treat!
