Servings: 8 people
Calories: 320kcal
Cost: $10
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Spatula
- 8x8-inch baking pan
- Saucepan
Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1½ cups whole milk (for the milk mixture)
- ½ cup sweetened condensed milk (for the milk mixture)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (for the milk mixture)
- 4 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped (for the ganache)
- ½ cup heavy cream (for the ganache)
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter (for the ganache)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour an 8x8-inch square baking pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix together milk, eggs, melted butter, mashed bananas, and vanilla extract.
- Gradually pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring until smooth.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, then let it cool completely.
- In a saucepan, heat whole milk and sweetened condensed milk until warm, then stir in vanilla extract.
- Use a fork to poke holes all over the surface of the cooled cake, then slowly pour the milk mixture over the cake.
- In a small saucepan, heat heavy cream until it simmers, pour it over chopped chocolate and butter in a bowl, and let sit for a minute.
- Stir the ganache until smooth, allow it to cool slightly, and then spread over the soaked cake.
Notes
Use very ripe bananas for the best flavor.
Don't skip the resting time after adding the milk mixture for even absorption.
Top with whipped cream or banana slices for extra flair.
For best results, store leftovers in an airtight container; the cake remains moist thanks to the milk mixture.
Nutrition
Calories: 320kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 55mg | Sodium: 200mg | Potassium: 280mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 25g | Vitamin A: 400IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 2mg
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