Decadent Chocolate-Banana Swirl Coffee Cake
This Decadent Chocolate-Banana Swirl Coffee Cake offers a delightful twist to your typical coffee cake. The combination of ripe bananas and semi-sweet chocolate chips creates a rich, moist texture that’s beautifully enhanced by the warm aroma of cinnamon and brown sugar. Perfect for brunch or as a sweet treat with your afternoon coffee, this recipe comes from the 'Robin Hood Flour & Bakers Festival' flyer. With its easy preparation and fantastic results, it’s sure to impress your family and friends!
12
Servings
300
Calories
12
Ingredients
Ingredients
Butter
1 cup (softened)
Sugar
2 cups (granulated)
Eggs
2 (beaten)
Vanilla Extract
1 teaspoon (pure)
Ripe Bananas
2 1/2 cups (mashed (about 5 bananas))
Flour
3 cups (all-purpose)
Baking Powder
2 teaspoons
Baking Soda
2 teaspoons
Sour Cream
1 cup
Brown Sugar
3/4 cup (firmly packed)
Cinnamon
1 teaspoon (or more, if desired)
Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips
300 g
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
Grease a 13 x 9-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easier removal.
3
In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together using an electric mixer on medium speed until the mixture is light and fluffy.
4
Add the beaten eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition, then add vanilla extract and the mashed ripe bananas. Mix until well combined and smooth.
5
In another bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and baking soda.
6
Gradually add the dry mixture to the banana mixture in three additions, alternating with the sour cream. Start and end with the dry ingredients; mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
7
Pour half of the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly.
8
In a small bowl, combine the firmly packed brown sugar and cinnamon. Sprinkle half of this cinnamon-sugar mixture over the batter in the pan.
9
Top with half of the semi-sweet chocolate chips, then pour in the remaining batter and repeat the layering process with the rest of the cinnamon-sugar mixture and chocolate chips.
10
Bake in the preheated oven for 45 to 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Information
12g
Fat
44g
Carbs
3g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Decadent Chocolate-Banana Swirl Coffee Cake?
It is a rich and moist coffee cake that combines mashed bananas and semi-sweet chocolate chips with a cinnamon-brown sugar swirl.
What temperature should I preheat my oven to?
You should preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
What size baking pan is required for this recipe?
A 13 x 9-inch baking pan is recommended.
How many bananas are needed?
You will need approximately 2 1/2 cups of mashed ripe bananas, which is roughly 5 bananas.
How many servings does this cake provide?
This recipe makes 12 servings.
What type of flour is used in this coffee cake?
The recipe calls for 3 cups of all-purpose flour.
How much butter is used and how should it be prepared?
You need 1 cup of butter, and it should be softened before use.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 300 calories.
Does this recipe use baking powder or baking soda?
It uses both; specifically, 2 teaspoons of baking powder and 2 teaspoons of baking soda.
How much chocolate is included in the recipe?
The recipe requires 300 grams of semi-sweet chocolate chips.
What provides the moisture in this cake besides bananas?
One cup of sour cream is used to help create a moist texture.
How do I create the 'swirl' or layers in the cake?
You pour half the batter, sprinkle half the cinnamon-sugar and chocolate chips, then repeat the layers with the remaining ingredients.
How long should the cake bake?
The cake should bake for 45 to 50 minutes.
How do I know when the cake is done?
It is done when a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs.
What is the nutritional fat content per serving?
There are 12 grams of fat per serving.
What is the protein content per serving?
Each serving provides 3 grams of protein.
How many carbohydrates are in one serving?
There are 44 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
What kind of sugar is used for the cinnamon topping?
The topping uses 3/4 cup of firmly packed brown sugar.
How much vanilla extract is added?
The recipe calls for 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract.
How many eggs are needed?
You need 2 beaten eggs.
What is the origin of this recipe?
This recipe comes from the 'Robin Hood Flour & Bakers Festival' flyer.
Should I grease the pan?
Yes, you should grease the pan or line it with parchment paper for easier removal.
What is the total number of ingredients?
There are 12 ingredients in total.
In what order should I mix the ingredients?
Cream butter and sugar, add eggs and bananas, then alternate adding dry ingredients and sour cream.
How much cinnamon is used?
The recipe uses 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, or more if desired.
What speed should I use for the electric mixer?
Use a medium speed when creaming the butter and sugar.
How long should the cake cool?
Allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before moving it to a wire rack.
Is there any specific instruction for adding dry ingredients?
Yes, gradually add them in three additions, starting and ending with the dry mixture.
Can I overmix the batter?
You should be careful not to overmix; mix only until just combined.
What category does this recipe fall under?
It is categorized under Breads.