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Chocolate Covered Banana Walnut Cakes

Chocolate Covered Banana Walnut Cakes

Get ready to experience a mouthwatering explosion of flavors that will transform your ordinary baking routine into an extraordinary culinary adventure! These Chocolate Covered Banana Walnut Cakes are not just a dessert; they're a perfect symphony of rich chocolate, sweet bananas, and crunchy walnuts that will have everyone begging for seconds. Whether you're a baking novice or a seasoned pro, this recipe promises to deliver restaurant-quality treats right from your home kitchen.

Prep Time: 30 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 8 cakes

Ingredients

  1. 2 ripe bananas
  2. 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
  3. 1 cup all-purpose flour
  4. 1/2 cup sugar
  5. 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  6. 1/2 cup butter, melted
  7. 1/4 cup chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a muffin tin or line it with paper liners to prepare for baking the cakes.
  2. In a mixing bowl, mash the 2 ripe bananas using a fork until smooth. Ensure there are no large lumps for a better texture in the cakes.
  3. In a separate large bowl, combine the 1 cup of all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup of sugar, and 1/2 cup of cocoa powder. Whisk together until evenly mixed.
  4. Add the melted 1/2 cup of butter to the dry ingredients, followed by the mashed bananas. Stir until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
  5. Fold in the 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts and 1/4 cup of chocolate chips into the batter, distributing them evenly.
  6. Using a spoon or an ice cream scoop, fill each muffin cup about 2/3 full with the batter. This will allow room for the cakes to rise without overflowing.
  7. Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cake comes out clean.
  8. Once baked, remove the muffin tin from the oven and allow the cakes to cool in the pan for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. While the cakes are cooling, you can prepare a chocolate ganache for topping. Melt additional chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth and fully melted.
  10. Once the cakes have cooled, dip the tops of each cake into the melted chocolate ganache, allowing any excess chocolate to drip off.
  11. Optionally, sprinkle some extra chopped walnuts on top of the chocolate-covered cakes for added texture and decoration.
  12. Let the chocolate set for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your delicious Chocolate Covered Banana Walnut Cakes!

Tips

  1. Use overripe bananas for maximum sweetness and moisture in your cakes.
  2. Don't overmix the batter - this can lead to tough, dense cakes. Mix just until ingredients are combined.
  3. For extra moisture, you can add a tablespoon of sour cream or Greek yogurt to the batter.
  4. Ensure your chocolate is melted slowly and smoothly to create a perfect ganache topping.
  5. Let the cakes cool completely before adding chocolate coating to prevent melting.
  6. Store these cakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for longer shelf life.
  7. For a gourmet touch, try using dark chocolate instead of milk chocolate for a more intense flavor profile.

Nutrition Facts

Calories: 350kcal

Carbohydrates: 45g

Protein: 5g

Fat: 20g

Saturated Fat: 10g

Cholesterol: 45mg

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