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Banana Chocolate Pecan Cake with Strawberry Garnish Delights!

Banana Chocolate Pecan Cake with Strawberry Garnish

A deliciously moist banana chocolate cake topped with crunchy pecans and fresh strawberries.

  • Author: Ghalina
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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  • 2 ripe bananas
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas.
  3. In another bowl, cream together the butter, sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and mix well.
  5. Combine the mashed bananas with the wet ingredients.
  6. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  7. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
  8. Fold in the chopped pecans.
  9. Pour the batter into a greased cake pan and smooth the top.
  10. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  11. Let the cake cool before garnishing with sliced strawberries.

Notes

  • Ensure the bananas are very ripe for the best flavor.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature.
  • For added flavor, consider adding a pinch of cinnamon to the batter.

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