{"id":979,"date":"2024-10-26T11:47:47","date_gmt":"2024-10-26T03:47:47","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/veryauto.org\/index.php\/2025\/11\/22\/banana-cake-with-chocolate-ganache-filling-plus-a-free-printable\/"},"modified":"2025-11-22T14:42:10","modified_gmt":"2025-11-22T06:42:10","slug":"banana-cake-with-chocolate-ganache-filling-plus-a-free-printable","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/veryauto.org\/?p=979","title":{"rendered":"Banana Cake with Chocolate Ganache Filling {plus a free printable}"},"content":{"rendered":"
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\u00a0Happy Monday! \u00a0Today is my mom\u2019s birthday and for the last few weeks she\u2019s been giving me some not-so-subtle hints that she wanted me to make her her favorite banana cake for her birthday. \u00a0My favorite recipe to use is out of one of my many cake decorating books. \u00a0The best way, in my opinion, to eat this cake is with chocolate ganache filling and cream cheese frosting. \u00a0It\u2019s absolutely amazing!<\/p>\n

\"Happy<\/p>\n

\u00a0I wanted to dress up her cake a little so I created this fun chalkboard banner and tied it to some paper straws. \u00a0Her favorite color is red, so I chose red and white straws and twine. \u00a0The best part is you can download this free printable\u00a0HERE! \u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Here is the printable recipe for your enjoyment! \u00a0This is also amazing as cupcakes. \u00a0I like to spread some of the ganache on top and then pipe the frosting on them. \u00a0Either way, it\u2019s so good!<\/p>\n

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Banana Cake with Chocolate Ganache Filling<\/div>\n
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1220 calories<\/div>\n
177 g<\/div>\n
195 g<\/div>\n
57 g<\/div>\n
10 g<\/div>\n
34 g<\/div>\n
353 g<\/div>\n
328 g<\/div>\n
140 g<\/div>\n
1 g<\/div>\n
19 g<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
Nutrition Facts<\/div>\n
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Serving Size<\/div>\n
353g<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
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Servings<\/div>\n
12<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
Amount Per Serving<\/div>\n
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Calories<\/span> 1220<\/span><\/div>\n
Calories from Fat 500<\/span><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
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% Daily Value *<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
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Total Fat 57<\/span>g<\/div>\n
88<\/span>%<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
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Saturated Fat 34<\/span>g<\/div>\n
172<\/span>%<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
Trans<\/span> Fat 1<\/span>g<\/div>\n
Polyunsaturated Fat 3<\/span>g<\/div>\n
Monounsaturated Fat 16<\/span>g<\/div>\n
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Cholesterol 195<\/span>mg<\/div>\n
65<\/span>%<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
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Sodium 328<\/span>mg<\/div>\n
14<\/span>%<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
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Total Carbohydrates 177<\/span>g<\/div>\n
59<\/span>%<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
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Dietary Fiber 4<\/span>g<\/div>\n
16<\/span>%<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
Sugars 140<\/span>g<\/div>\n
Protein 10<\/span>g<\/div>\n
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Vitamin A<\/div>\n
33<\/span>%<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Vitamin C<\/div>\n
9<\/span>%<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Calcium<\/div>\n
9<\/span>%<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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11<\/span>%<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.<\/div>\n
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For the Cake<\/div>\n
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  1. 2 tsp baking soda<\/li>\n
  2. 15 oz (3 1\/4 cup plus 1 1\/2 tbsp) all-purpose flour<\/li>\n
  3. 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened<\/li>\n
  4. 17 1\/2 oz (2 1\/2 cups) granulated sugar<\/li>\n
  5. 4 large eggs<\/li>\n
  6. 1 cup (8 oz) sour cream<\/li>\n
  7. 1 tbsp pure vanilla extract<\/li>\n
  8. 6 very ripe bananas<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n
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    For the ganache<\/div>\n
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    1. 1 – 12 oz bag semi-sweet chocolate chips<\/li>\n
    2. 3\/4 cup heavy cream<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n
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      For the frosting<\/div>\n
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      1. 2 sticks unsalted butter, softened<\/li>\n
      2. 1 – 8oz block cream cheese<\/li>\n
      3. 2 lbs powdered sugar<\/li>\n
      4. 4 tbsp milk<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n
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        Instructions<\/div>\n
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        1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Grease and flour three 8″ round cake pans or use baking spray. In a large bowl, sift together baking soda and flour. Set aside. Peel bananas and mash them in a bowl. In a bowl of a standing mixer with a paddle attachment, cream together the butter and sugar on medium speed. Set the mixer to low and add the eggs one at a time. Scrape the bowl down. Add the sour cream and vanilla and mix until incorporated. Add the flour mixture in two batches, scraping down the bowl after each addition. Add the bananas and mix until combined. Do not overmix. Divide the batter evenly between the three cake pans and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool completely.<\/li>\n
        2. For the ganache, our the bag of chocolate chips into a medium-sized bowl. Heat the whipping cream in a small saucepan until hot, but not boiling. Pour over the chocolate chips and let sit for a minute or two. Stir with a whisk until incorporated and ganache has a smooth consistency. Let cool.<\/li>\n
        3. For the frosting, mix the butter and cream cheese together until incorporated. Add powdered sugar in small amounts. Alternate the 4 tablespoons of milk when mixing.<\/li>\n
        4. To stack the cake, use a sharp knife to level off the tops. Place the first layer down and pipe a ring of frosting around the outer edge of the layer to form a well. Spread half of the ganache into the well and smooth with a knife. Place the second layer on top and repeat. Finish with the third layer and crumb coat the sides and top of the cake with a thin layer of frosting. Place in the refrigerator until the cake layers and frosting are firm. Frost cake with the remaining frosting. Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator. Allow to come to room temperature before serving.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n
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