Best 2 Sour Cream Chocolate Banana Cake Recipes

Indulge in a delectable journey with our trio of tantalizing recipes, each a unique expression of flavors and textures that will leave your taste buds dancing. Embark on a culinary adventure with our Sour Cream Chocolate Banana Cake, a moist and fluffy masterpiece that harmonizes the richness of chocolate and the subtle tang of sour cream, adorned with a luscious chocolate ganache. Next, tantalize your palate with our No-Bake Chocolate Mousse, a symphony of creamy chocolate indulgence, crafted with a velvety texture and a hint of coffee undertones. Finally, surrender to the charm of our Chocolate Lava Cake, a molten chocolate heart encased in a warm, soft cake, promising an explosion of rich, decadent chocolate in every bite. These recipes, presented with meticulous instructions and tips, promise an unforgettable culinary experience, whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BANANA CHOCOLATE CHIP SOUR CREAM LOAF CAKE

Banana Chocolate Chip Sour Cream Loaf Cake image

This is a wonderful, moist banana cake. This can also be made in mini loaf cake pans also, they freeze very well. This cake is even better the next day.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories Dessert

Time 1h40m

Yield 1 9x5 inch loaf cake

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine
1 2/3 cups sugar (or more or less to suit taste)
2 eggs, slightly beaten
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/3 cup sour cream
1 cup mashed banana (about 3 medium)
2 cups cake flour
2 teaspoons vanilla
2 cups miniature semisweet chocolate chips
1/2-1 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Steps:

Set oven to 350 degrees F.
Grease a 9 x 5-inch loaf pan OR 3 mini loaf pans.
In a bowl, cream together the butter or margarine and the sugar, until light and fluffy.
Add in the eggs and the salt; beat until well mixed.
In a small bowl, dissolve the baking powder and the baking soda in the sour cream, and add to the creamed mixture; mix well until blended.
With a wooden spoon, stir in the banana pulp.
Gradually, add in the flour mixture, vanilla; mix well with a wooden spoon, until well combined.
Add in the chocolate chips, and the chopped nuts (if using).
Transfer the batter into a prepared baking pan.
Bake for 1-1/2 hours (for 9x5" baking pan), or until cake test done.
For the mini loaf pans, bake for 45-50 minutes, or until they test done.

SOUR CREAM CHOCOLATE BANANA CAKE

Sour Cream Chocolate Banana Cake image

This is one of my mom's favorite recipes tweaked by me- her cake,"Banana Cream Cake" I have posted also.. my family likes this version also. The sour cream and cocoa give this just a little more umph!Try it see what you think.

Provided by Pat Duran

Categories Fruit Desserts

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1/2 c buttery crisco
1 c granulated sugar
1/2 c brown sugar, lightly packed
2 large eggs
2 large bananas, mashed
3/4 c dairy sour cream
2 c all purpose flour
1/4 c baking cocoa
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp baking powder
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 c walnuts, chopped

Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350^. Spray a 9x13-inch baking pan, or 2 8-inch round baking pans. Set aside.
2. Cream shortening and sugars. Add unbeaten eggs one at a time. Add mashed bananas and sour cream. Beat well to combine. Add 1 cup of the flour, beat in.
3. Place the cocoa powder , soda,and baking powder in the remaining cup of flour and mix together to blend;then add to the batter. Stir in the nuts. Pour into the prepared baking pan. Bake for 30-35 minutes. Test with wooden toothpick for doneness. Frost if desired with chocolate frosting and nuts sprinkled on top. For the layer cake; mix up instant banana pudding for middle and top..frost sides,sprinkle nuts on top.

Tips:

For a richer chocolate flavor, use dark chocolate or semi-sweet chocolate chips.
To make the cake extra moist, add an extra 1/2 cup of sour cream.
For a sweeter cake, add an extra 1/2 cup of sugar.
If you don't have sour cream, you can substitute plain yogurt or buttermilk.
To make the cake gluten-free, use gluten-free flour.
To make the cake dairy-free, use dairy-free sour cream and butter.
For a vegan cake, use a flax egg (1 tablespoon of ground flaxseed mixed with 3 tablespoons of water) instead of an egg, and use dairy-free sour cream and butter.

Conclusion:

This Sour Cream Chocolate Banana Cake is a delicious and easy-to-make cake that is perfect for any occasion. It is moist, flavorful, and has a rich chocolate flavor. The sour cream and bananas add a unique tang and sweetness to the cake, and the chocolate chips add a decadent touch. This cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.