Decadent Banana Chocolate Chip Cake

Indulge in the luxurious flavors of ripe bananas, rich chocolate chips, and crunchy pecans in this delightful cake.

Ingredients

1/2	cup butter or margarine, cut in 1/4 chunks
1 1/2	sugar
2	eggs
1	teaspoon vanilla
2	large bananas (very ripe)
1	teaspoon baking soda
3/4	cup plain yogurt or sour cream
1	teaspoon baking powder
2	cups flour
1	cup chocolate chips
3/4	cup chopped pecans (optional)

Instructions

• 1. In a food processor, blend 1/2 cup of butter (or margarine), 1 1/2 cups of sugar, 2 eggs, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla for 2 minutes, ensuring to scrape down the bowl occasionally.
  2. While the processor is running, add chunks of very ripe bananas until blended smoothly. (Pro tip: It's recommended to mash the bananas beforehand for easier incorporation).
  3. Dissolve 1 teaspoon of baking soda in 3/4 cup of plain yogurt or sour cream. Let it stand for 1 to 2 minutes. The yogurt will expand, so use a 2-cup measuring cup for accuracy.
  4. Add the yogurt mixture to the batter and process for 3 seconds.
  5. Stir in 2 cups of flour and 1 teaspoon of baking powder just until the flour disappears with 4 quick on/off turns.
  6. Fold in 1 cup of chocolate chips and 3/4 cup of chopped pecans if desired.
  7. Divide the batter between 2 greased and floured 8-inch pans and bake for 25-30 minutes at 350°F until a cake tester comes out clean. (Tip: Line the bottom of the pans with waxed paper for easier cake removal).
  8. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then carefully remove them to cool completely before icing.
  9. For the Butter Icing:
  10. In a separate bowl, combine 1/4 cup of butter, a dash of salt, 2 cups of icing sugar, 2-3 tablespoons of hot milk or cream, 1 teaspoon of vanilla, and 2/3 cup of cocoa mixed with 4 tablespoons of butter.
  11. Mix all ingredients until smooth and well blended. Ice the cooled cakes generously.

Jul 18, 2024