Imagine the classic comfort of banana bread but elevated to a whole new level of deliciousness, and you get this Vegan Chocolate Banana Cake. This cake features a moist, squidgey banana sponge that's perfectly balanced with layers of the most sumptuous chocolate frosting. The dairy-free ingredients create a tender and flavorful sponge, packed with the natural sweetness of mashed bananas. The chocolate frosting, made with dairy-free cream cheese, cocoa powder, and a hint of vegan chocolate protein powder, adds a rich and indulgent touch. This cake is not only a delight for vegans but for anyone who appreciates the delightful combination of banana and chocolate in a dessert.
Ingredients:
- Cake:
- 360g self-rising flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp bicarbonate of soda
- 150g sugar
- 360g dairy-free milk mixed with 1 tsp vinegar
- 90g dairy-free yogurt
- 50g neutral oil
- 3 bananas, mashed
- Frosting:
- 400g dairy-free cream cheese
- 40g vegan chocolate protein powder
- 40g cocoa powder
- 4 tbsp maple syrup
Method:
- Preheat the oven to 170°C and line two round cake tins.
- Mix dairy-free milk with vinegar and set aside to thicken.
- In a bowl, mix the wet ingredients, including the mashed bananas.
- Sift in the dry ingredients and mix gently until combined.
- Divide the batter between the tins and bake for 20-25 minutes.
- Prepare the frosting by whisking together dairy-free cream cheese, chocolate protein powder, cocoa powder, and maple syrup until smooth.
- Once the cakes have cooled, layer them with the chocolate frosting.
Enjoy this heavenly Vegan Chocolate Banana Cake, a perfect treat for any occasion or a delightful twist on traditional banana bread!