Deliciously Healthy Chocolate Banana Cake in One Bowl

This Healthy Chocolate Banana Cake is a guilt-free dessert that combines chocolatey goodness with ripe bananas, perfect for health-conscious eaters.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 25

Cooling Time 15

Total Time 50

Servings: 8 slices

Course: Desserts

Cuisine: Vegan

Calories: 130

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Batter

1 cup Flour spelt, white, oat, or gluten-free for gluten-free option
1/3 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder regular or Dutch cocoa for deeper taste
1 tsp Baking Soda
1/2 tsp Salt
1 cup Water
1/2 cup Sugar coconut sugar or erythritol for lower-sugar option
1/3 cup Mashed Banana about 1 ripe banana
1 tsp Pure Vanilla Extract
1/4 cup Coconut Oil or Almond Butter replace with extra banana for fat-free option
1/2 cup Mini Chocolate Chips optional for extra chocolate flavor

Equipment

Mixing Bowl
8-inch square baking pan
spatula
Oven

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8-inch square baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until blended well.
Add in the wet ingredients: water, sugar, mashed banana, melted coconut oil or almond butter, and vanilla extract. Stir gently until just combined.
Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan and sprinkle mini chocolate chips on top if desired.
Bake for about 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 130kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Cover the cake loosely after baking to prevent moisture build-up. Wait a day before slicing for enhanced flavor.

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