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Double Layer Banana Chocolate Chip Cake (vegan + gluten-free)

Delightful Double Layer Banana Chocolate Chip Cake (Vegan & Gluten-Free)

A delightful Double Layer Banana Chocolate Chip Cake (vegan + gluten-free) that balances indulgence and health for all occasions.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Gluten-Free, Vegan
Calories: 240
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups Mashed Banana Use very ripe bananas for best flavor and texture.
  • 0.5 cups Unsweetened Applesauce Can substitute with more mashed banana if needed.
  • 0.5 cups Coconut Oil Melted vegan butter may be used as a substitute.
  • 1.5 cups Organic Sprouted Brown Rice Flour Gluten-free flour that gives structure.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Ensure it's gluten-free if necessary.
  • 0.25 teaspoon Salt Just a pinch is needed.
  • 0.5 cups Chocolate Chips Use dairy-free chips to keep the recipe vegan.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • spatula
  • cake pans
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of mashed bananas, ½ cup of unsweetened applesauce, and ½ cup of melted coconut oil until smooth.
  3. Sift together 1 ½ cups of organic sprouted brown rice flour, 1 teaspoon of gluten-free baking powder, and a pinch of salt, and fold into wet ingredients.
  4. Fold in ½ cup of dairy-free chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
  5. Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared cake pans and smooth the tops if necessary.
  6. Bake for 22 to 32 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Cool the cakes for 10 minutes, then invert and cool completely before frosting.
  8. Frost with your favorite vegan frosting, slice, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 240kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 220mgFiber: 3gSugar: 12gVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg

Notes

For optimal sweetness, use very ripe bananas and avoid overmixing the batter.

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