This 2 ingredient no bake chocolate banana cake is a quick dessert made from just banana and chocolate. Rich, creamy, and flourless, it comes together in under 10 minutes with no eggs or oil.
You Won't Believe This Chocolate Banana Cake Has Only 2 Ingredients
This no-bake chocolate banana cake is one of my easiest go-to recipes. It's a true 2-ingredient chocolate banana cake, no oven, no flour, no eggs. Just ripe bananas blended with melted chocolate, and after a quick chill, you get an easy no-bake chocolate cake. It's light, rich, and one of my favorite no-bake summer desserts.
I love how the bananas add natural sweetness, while dark chocolate makes a silky base for this no-bake chocolate cake with banana. Most of the time, I keep it simple as a 2-ingredient no-bake chocolate cake, but a touch of salt or vanilla is nice too.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Just Two Ingredients: No flour, no sugar, no butter, just bananas and dark chocolate!
- Quick and Easy to Make: You will have a cake in ten minutes.
- No Oven Needed: Perfect for warm days or no-fuss dessert cravings.
Chocolate Banana Cake Ingredients
Here's what you need to make this No-Bake Chocolate Banana Cake recipe:
- Bananas: I use three very ripe bananas; they blend smoothly and bring a gentle sweetness that balances the dark chocolate perfectly.
- Dark Chocolate: I go with 200 g of a good-quality dark chocolate, usually around 70%. The flavor is deep and rich, which makes the cake feel extra special.
How to Make Chocolate Banana Cake
You can find the complete printable recipe with measurements below, but for now, here's a quick overview of how it goes:
1. Blend the Bananas: Blend the ripe banana slices in a high-speed blender for 1-2 minutes until smooth, then transfer to a large bowl.
2. Chop the Chocolate: Finely chop the dark chocolate and place it in a heatproof bowl.
3. Melt the Chocolate: Melt the chocolate using a double boiler setup (bowl over simmering water, without touching the water).
4. Combine and Chill: Mix the melted chocolate with the blended bananas, pour into a 15 cm removable mold, and refrigerate for 8 hours until the chocolate banana cake is set.
Variations
- Add a Pinch of Sea Salt: I sometimes mix in a pinch of flaky salt; it sharpens the chocolate flavor and balances the sweetness from the bananas.
- Try a Hint of Cinnamon or Vanilla: Just a small dash of ground cinnamon or a splash of vanilla extract can give the cake a cozy, warm note that pairs beautifully with the chocolate.
My Tips for Recipe Success
Let the Chocolate Cool Slightly: I give the melted chocolate a couple of minutes to cool before blending it in. That way, it doesn't mess with the banana's texture.
Speed Things Up with the Freezer: If I'm in a hurry, I pop the cake in the freezer for about 2 hours, then finish setting it in the fridge. Works like a charm.
Storage: Once I take the cake out of the mold, I wrap any leftover cake in parchment paper and place it in an airtight container. It keeps well in the fridge for up to 4 days and stays smooth and firm without drying out.
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Recipe
2 Ingredient No-Bake Chocolate Banana Cake
Ingredients
- 225 g Mashed Bananas - 3 Ripe bananas
- 200 g Dark Chocolate - Chopped
Instructions
- Peel the bananas and slice them into chunks. Place the banana chunks in a blender and blend until completely smooth.
- Melt the dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water or in the microwave in short intervals.
- Add the melted chocolate to the mashed banana and blend again until fully combined and smooth.
- Pour the mixture into a 15 cm removable mold lined with parchment paper. Gently tap the mold on the counter to remove air bubbles and smooth the surface. Refrigerate for at least 8 hours, until fully set and firm.
- Unmold, slice, and serve chilled.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and should be considered an estimate only. Actual nutritional content will vary based upon brands used, measuring methods, cooking method, portion sizes, and more.
John says
Super easy and looks delicious
Carl says
Do you taste any of the banana?
Estefania says
Hi Carl, yes you will be able to taste the banana too, however, as you can imagine chocolate flavor is more dominant in this cake.