Choco-Banana Dream Layers Cake Recipe

 

Indulge in this heavenly Choco-Banana Dream Layers Cake—a perfect fusion of rich chocolate and sweet bananas, layered with creamy goodness!

Ingredients

For the Chocolate Cake Layers:

• 1 ¾ cups (220g) all-purpose flour

• 1 ¾ cups (350g) granulated sugar

• ¾ cup (65g) unsweetened cocoa powder

• 1 ½ tsp baking powder

• 1 ½ tsp baking soda

• 1 tsp salt

• 2 large eggs

• 1 cup (240ml) buttermilk (or milk + 1 tbsp vinegar)

• ½ cup (120ml) vegetable oil

• 2 tsp vanilla extract

• 1 cup (240ml) hot water

For the Banana Cream Filling:

• 3 ripe bananas, mashed

• 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream

• ¼ cup (30g) powdered sugar

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 1 (3.4 oz) box instant banana pudding mix (optional, for extra flavor)

For the Chocolate Ganache:

• 1 cup (180g) semi-sweet chocolate chips

• ½ cup (120ml) heavy cream

For Decoration (Optional):

• Sliced bananas

• Chocolate shavings

• Whipped cream

Instructions:

1. Bake the Chocolate Cake Layers:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 8-inch round cake pans.

2. In a large bowl, sift together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

3. Add eggs, buttermilk, oil, and vanilla. Mix until smooth.

4. Gradually pour in hot water while mixing (batter will be thin).

5. Divide batter evenly between the pans and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.

6. Let cakes cool completely before assembling.

2. Make the Banana Cream Filling:

1. Whip heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until stiff peaks form.

2. Fold in mashed bananas (and pudding mix if using). Chill until ready to use.

3. Prepare the Chocolate Ganache:

1. Heat heavy cream until steaming (do not boil).

2. Pour over chocolate chips, let sit for 2 minutes, then stir until smooth. Cool slightly.

4. Assemble the Cake:

1. Place one cake layer on a plate. Spread banana cream filling evenly on top.

2. Add the second cake layer and press gently.

3. Pour chocolate ganache over the top, letting it drip down the sides.

4. Decorate with banana slices, whipped cream, or chocolate shavings.

5. Chill & Serve!

• Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before slicing.

• Enjoy your dreamy, moist, and decadent Choco-Banana Dream Cake!