Banana Chocolate Chip Cake Recipe

This decadent Banana Chocolate Chip Cake is a family favorite, perfected over generations! Inspired by a cherished college care package, this recipe is guaranteed to disappear in minutes. Made with full-fat sour cream for ultimate richness and moistness (trust us!), it's the perfect blend of sweet banana and melty chocolate chips. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 399.8 kcal
Protein 8g
Rating 4.2 (5 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Banana Chocolate Chip Cake

  • 1 1/4 cups sugar
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup mashed banana (about 2-3 medium bananas)
  • 1 1/2 cups cake flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

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How to Make Banana Chocolate Chip Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine sour cream, eggs, vanilla, mashed bananas, and melted butter. Mix until well combined.
  4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Stir in the chocolate chips.
  6. Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  7. Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

171g

Fat

53g

Carbs

20g

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