This banana chocolate chip snack cake is an easy, comforting treat that comes together quickly and makes the most of ripe bananas. It produces a soft, moist cake with a clear banana flavor and pockets of melted chocolate from the chips. Perfect for casual gatherings, weekend baking, or a simple homemade dessert, this cake is reliably delicious with minimal effort.
Enjoy a slice any time of day: as an afternoon snack, a quick dessert after dinner, or alongside your morning coffee. It’s a familiar, dependable recipe that you’ll reach for again and again.
Why You’ll Love Banana Chocolate Chip Snack Cake
- Simple Ingredients: Uses pantry staples for easy preparation.
- Quick and Easy: Minimal prep and short bake time make it ideal for busy days.
- Decadent Flavor: Moist banana cake with melty chocolate chips is irresistibly satisfying.
- Versatile: Enjoy as a snack, dessert, or even breakfast.
- Crowd-Pleaser: Familiar flavors that are popular with most guests.
Ingredients Needed To Make Banana Chocolate Chip Snack Cake
See the recipe card below for exact measurements and full ingredient details.
- Flour (all-purpose or 1:1 gluten-free)
- Baking powder
- Baking soda
- Salt
- Mashed bananas
- Sugar
- Melted butter
- Buttermilk
- Ground cinnamon
- Eggs
- Vanilla extract
- Chocolate chips
Substitutions + Alternatives
Can I use All-Purpose Flour?
Yes. You can substitute all-purpose flour for the 1:1 gluten-free flour called for in the recipe using the same amount.
Can I use regular dairy?
Absolutely. Use the dairy options you prefer; no adjustments are necessary unless otherwise noted. If using a milk alternative, choose a slightly thicker option than almond milk for best texture.
How To Make Banana Chocolate Chip Snack Cake
- Preheat the oven and grease a 9x13x2″ baking dish.
- Beat the sugar and eggs until combined.
- Add mashed bananas, melted cooled butter, buttermilk, and vanilla; mix until smooth.
- Whisk the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon in a separate bowl.
- Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet until just incorporated.
- Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, about 35–45 minutes.
- Cool completely before frosting.
- Frost with chocolate frosting, slice, and serve.
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Banana Chocolate Chip Snack Cake
Danielle Cochran
Equipment
- 9x13x2” deep baking dish
- Mixing bowls
- Electric mixer or whisk
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Spatula
- Toothpick
Ingredients
- 3 cups 1:1 gluten-free flour or all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1 ½ cups mashed banana (approx. 3 medium ripe bananas)
- 1 ⅔ cups sugar
- 1 cup butter, melted and cooled
- 1 cup buttermilk
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- 3 eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups chocolate chips
- Chocolate frosting for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F. Spray a 9x13x2” baking dish with nonstick spray.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the sugar and eggs for a couple of minutes until combined.
- Add mashed bananas, melted cooled butter, buttermilk, and vanilla; mix until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, kosher salt, and cinnamon.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake about 35–45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted halfway in comes out clean.
- Remove from oven and cool completely.
- Top with chocolate frosting if desired, slice, and enjoy.
Nutrition
Carbohydrates: 54 g
Protein: 4 g
Fat: 19 g
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This banana chocolate chip snack cake is a simple, satisfying way to use ripe bananas and bake something everyone will enjoy. With straightforward steps and comforting flavor, it’s an easy go-to for homemade baking.
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