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Delight in the Richness of Banana Chocolate Plumcake

Rich layers of moist banana and velvety chocolate come together in this Banana Chocolate Plumcake, creating an irresistible dessert for any gathering.

Ingredients
  

  • 3 ripe bananas
  • 1 cup chopped plums
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
  3. Add the chopped plums, both sugars, and vegetable oil into the bowl with the mashed bananas and mix until combined.
  4. Beat in the eggs and vanilla extract until blended.
  5. Sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl.
  6. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  9. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.