Banana Chocolate Chip Cake Recipe

Indulge in this decadent Banana Chocolate Chip Cake, a recipe so good it's almost illegal! This easy-to-make cake from a cherished 1978 Betty Crocker cookbook is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. The perfectly moist banana cake studded with chocolate chips is topped with a luscious homemade vanilla butter frosting. Get ready to experience pure baking bliss!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 427.9 kcal
Protein 8g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Banana Chocolate Chip Cake

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How to Make Banana Chocolate Chip Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease and flour a 9x13x2 inch oblong baking pan.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine all ingredients EXCEPT chocolate chips. Beat on low speed for 30 seconds, scraping down the sides of the bowl constantly.
  4. Increase speed to high and beat for 3 minutes, scraping down the sides occasionally.
  5. Gently fold in the chocolate chips by hand.
  6. Pour batter into the prepared pan.
  7. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the cake cool completely before frosting.
  9. To make the vanilla butter frosting:
  10. In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
  11. Gradually add the vanilla extract and milk, mixing until smooth and creamy.
  12. Add more powdered sugar or milk as needed to reach your desired consistency.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

16 g

Sugar

198g

Fat

51g

Carbs

22g