Get ready to transform your ordinary baking routine into an extraordinary culinary adventure! This Banana Chocolate Chip and Nutella Cake isn't just a dessert—it's a magical fusion of rich, gooey Nutella, sweet ripe bananas, and decadent chocolate chips that will make your taste buds dance with joy. Imagine cutting into a moist, marbled cake that promises pure bliss in every single bite, perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself to a moment of pure dessert decadence.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 10 servings
Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/2 cup Nutella
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy, using an electric mixer. This should take about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the mashed ripe bananas to the butter-sugar mixture and mix until well combined.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt to ensure even distribution of leavening agents.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can result in a tough cake.
- Fold in the chocolate chips, distributing them evenly throughout the batter.
- Pour half of the batter into the prepared cake pan. Warm the Nutella slightly in the microwave to make it more spreadable.
- Dollop spoonfuls of Nutella over the first layer of batter, then use a knife to create a marbled effect by gently swirling the Nutella into the batter.
- Pour the remaining cake batter on top and repeat the Nutella swirling process.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean with just a few moist crumbs.
- Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, you can optionally drizzle additional Nutella on top or dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Slice into 10 servings and enjoy your Banana Chocolate Chip and Nutella Cake!
Tips
- Use overripe bananas for maximum sweetness and moisture—the darker and spottier, the better!
- Make sure your butter and eggs are at room temperature to ensure smooth, even mixing.
- Don't overmix the batter; mix just until ingredients are combined to keep the cake tender.
- Warm the Nutella slightly before swirling to create beautiful, effortless marbling.
- Use a toothpick or cake tester to check doneness—a few moist crumbs are perfect, but no wet batter.
- Let the cake cool completely before slicing to prevent crumbling and maintain its structure.
- For extra indulgence, serve slightly warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 380kcal
Carbohydrates: 52g
Protein: 5g
Fat: 19g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Cholesterol: 65mg
