Discover the delight of a classic Banana Cake, made even more irresistible with a unique twist. This recipe delivers a moist and tender cake, enhanced with rich chocolate chips and a caramelized banana base, making it one of the tastiest versions you’ll ever enjoy!
Why You’ll Love It:
- Rich Banana Flavor: Ripe bananas infuse the cake with natural sweetness and moisture.
- Chocolate Chip Surprise: Chocolate chips add a delightful texture and chocolatey goodness.
- Caramelized Banana Base: A layer of brown sugar and sliced banana at the bottom offers a caramel-like flavor.
Ingredients:
- 100g butter (or ½ cup oil for a dairy-free option)
- ¾ cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 3 ripe bananas (plus 1 extra for the base)
- 1½ cups self-rising flour
- ⅓ cup chocolate chips
- 2 tbsp demerara sugar (for the base)
Instructions:
- Prepare the Cake Base: Slice one ripe banana lengthwise. In a lined baking pan, sprinkle demerara sugar on the bottom and place the sliced banana over it.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar. Add eggs, mixing well. Mash the 3 ripe bananas and incorporate them into the mixture.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Gently fold in the self-rising flour until just combined.
- Add Chocolate Chips: Stir in chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
- Assemble: Pour the cake batter over the banana layer in the baking pan, smoothing the top.
- Bake: Preheat the oven to 175°C. Bake the cake for about 35 minutes, or until a skewer inserted comes out with moist crumbs.
- Serve: Once baked, carefully invert the cake onto a serving plate so that the caramelized banana layer is on top.
Enjoy this delightful Banana Cake, a perfect treat for any occasion or simply as a delightful snack! 🍌🍰
