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Banana Chocolate Chip Poke Cake Recipe

Banana Chocolate Chip Poke Cake Recipe


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  • Total Time: 1 hour 55 minutes
  • Yield: 8 1x

Description

Indulgent banana chocolate chip poke cake whisks dessert lovers through a dreamy landscape of moist layers and rich flavors. Sweet chocolate morsels nestled in tender banana-infused cake promise pure bliss for passionate bakers seeking delightful comfort.


Ingredients

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Main Ingredients:

  • 1 box chocolate cake mix
  • 2 ripe bananas
  • 1 cup chocolate chips

Cake Preparation Ingredients:

  • 3 eggs
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup water

Topping and Filling Ingredients:

  • 1 can (14 ounces / 396 grams) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream

Optional Garnish:

  • Chocolate syrup
  • Additional banana slices

Instructions

  1. Prepare the baking environment by heating the oven to 350F (175C) and coating a 9×13 inch pan with grease and flour.
  2. Create the cake base by mixing chocolate cake mix according to package directions, gently incorporating mashed bananas and chocolate chips into the batter.
  3. Transfer the mixed batter into the prepared pan, ensuring even distribution, and bake following the package’s recommended time and temperature guidelines.
  4. After removing from the oven, allow the cake to cool for approximately 10 minutes, then methodically create multiple holes across the entire surface using a wooden spoon handle.
  5. Evenly distribute sweetened condensed milk over the perforated cake, enabling the liquid to thoroughly penetrate the created openings.
  6. Whip heavy cream until it forms sturdy, structured peaks, then carefully spread the airy cream across the cake’s surface.
  7. Enhance the presentation by drizzling rich chocolate syrup and optionally arranging fresh banana slices as a decorative garnish.
  8. Refrigerate the completed dessert for a minimum of 60 minutes, allowing the flavors to harmonize and the texture to set perfectly before serving.

Notes

  • Customize cake mix by using overripe bananas for deeper, richer banana flavor and natural sweetness.
  • Prevent chocolate chips from sinking by lightly coating them in flour before adding to batter, ensuring even distribution.
  • For gluten-free version, swap standard cake mix with gluten-free alternative and check all ingredient labels carefully.
  • Reduce sugar content by using unsweetened condensed milk and adding ripe bananas for natural sweetness boost.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes (approximate based on typical cake mix baking time)
  • Category: Desserts
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 8
  • Calories: 480
  • Sugar: 42 g
  • Sodium: 210 mg
  • Fat: 24 g
  • Saturated Fat: 14 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
  • Trans Fat: 0.5 g
  • Carbohydrates: 65 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 5 g
  • Cholesterol: 70 mg