Chocolate Banana Oat Cake

Chocolate Banana Oat Cake is the perfect treat for any occasion. This deliciously moist cake brings together the rich flavors of chocolate and the natural sweetness of bananas, while also packing in wholesome oats and nutritious ingredients. It’s not only a delightful dessert but also a guilt-free option for breakfast or a snack. So, let’s dive into this easy-to-follow recipe that will satisfy your sweet tooth and keep you feeling good!

Ingredients

• 2 ripe bananas (approx. 250 grams)
• 2 tablespoons raisins (30 grams)
• 2 tablespoons cocoa powder (15 grams)
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon baking powder (5 grams)
• 1 cup oatmeal (about 90 grams)
• 5 tablespoons yogurt (approx. 75 grams)
• 1 apple (about 150 grams)
• 1 tablespoon pumpkin seeds (10 grams)
• 2 tablespoons walnuts (15 grams)
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon (2 grams)
• 80 grams dark chocolate
• 3 tablespoons hot fresh milk (around 45 ml)
• Walnuts for sprinkling

Directions

1. Prepare the Bananas and Raisins: Peel and mash the bananas in a bowl. Soak the raisins in cold water for 15 minutes, then drain them.
2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, combine the banana puree with cocoa powder. Add the eggs and mix thoroughly. Incorporate the baking powder until combined.
3. Combine Ingredients: Pour in the oatmeal and yogurt, then mix until well combined. Peel the apple, remove its seeds, and cut into small pieces. Add the apple, soaked raisins, pumpkin seeds, walnuts, and cinnamon to the mixture. Stir until smooth.
4. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 180 degrees Celsius (350 degrees Fahrenheit).
5. Bake the Cake: Pour the mixture into a baking pan lined with parchment paper and smooth it out evenly. Bake for 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out dry.
6. Cool the Cake: Once baked, let the cake cool completely before removing it from the pan and parchment paper.
7. Prepare the Topping: For the chocolate topping, break up the dark chocolate into a bowl, pour the hot milk over it, and stir until smooth. Drizzle the chocolate mixture over the cooled cake and sprinkle with additional walnuts. Cut into slices and serve.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 8
Nutrition Info (per slice): Approximately 160 calories, 6g protein, 8g fat, 18g carbohydrates

How to serve

Serve your Chocolate Banana Oat Cake slices as a delightful dessert or a healthy breakfast option. Pair it with a scoop of yogurt or a dollop of whipped cream to add an extra layer of indulgence. It also makes a fantastic addition to a tea or coffee time with friends. Enjoy it fresh or store leftovers in an airtight container for a quick snack later!

FAQs

Can I make this cake gluten-free?
Yes, you can substitute regular oatmeal with gluten-free oats to cater to gluten sensitivities.

How do I store Chocolate Banana Oat Cake?
Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Can I substitute ingredients?
Absolutely! You can try using different nuts or sweeteners according to your preference. Applesauce can also replace the yogurt for a dairy-free option.

Chocolate Banana Oat Cake

A deliciously moist cake combining chocolate, bananas, and wholesome oats, perfect for breakfast or dessert.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 35 minutes mins

Total Time 50 minutes mins

Servings: 8 servings

Course: Breakfast, Dessert

Calories: 160

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

For the Cake

• 2 ripe bananas (approx. 250 grams) Peel and mash before use.
• 2 tablespoons raisins (30 grams) Soak in cold water for 15 minutes, then drain.
• 2 tablespoons cocoa powder (15 grams)
• 2 eggs eggs
• 1 teaspoon baking powder (5 grams)
• 1 cup oatmeal (about 90 grams)
• 5 tablespoons yogurt (approx. 75 grams)
• 1 apple (about 150 grams) Peel, remove seeds, and cut into small pieces.
• 1 tablespoon pumpkin seeds (10 grams)
• 2 tablespoons walnuts (15 grams)
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon (2 grams)
• 80 grams dark chocolate For the topping.
• 3 tablespoons hot fresh milk (around 45 ml)
• Walnuts for sprinkling Optional topping.

Method

 

Preparation

1. Peel and mash the bananas in a bowl.
2. Soak the raisins in cold water for 15 minutes, then drain them.

Mix Wet Ingredients

1. In a separate bowl, combine the banana puree with cocoa powder.
2. Add the eggs and mix thoroughly.
3. Incorporate the baking powder until combined.

Combine Ingredients

1. Pour in the oatmeal and yogurt, then mix until well combined.
2. Add the apple pieces, soaked raisins, pumpkin seeds, walnuts, and cinnamon to the mixture and stir until smooth.

Bake the Cake

1. Preheat your oven to 180 degrees Celsius (350 degrees Fahrenheit).
2. Pour the mixture into a baking pan lined with parchment paper and smooth it out evenly.
3. Bake for 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out dry.

Cool and Serve

1. Once baked, let the cake cool completely before removing it from the pan and parchment paper.
2. For the topping, break up the dark chocolate into a bowl, pour the hot milk over it, and stir until smooth.
3. Drizzle the chocolate mixture over the cooled cake and sprinkle with additional walnuts.
4. Cut into slices and serve.

Notes

Serve slices as a delightful dessert or a healthy breakfast option. Pair it with yogurt or whipped cream. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature or up to a week in the refrigerator.