High Protein Chocolate Banana Cake

Good

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Step 1: Preheat the oven

Step 2

Set your oven to 180°C (360°F) and line a loaf tin with parchment paper.

Step 3

A metal tin works best for even heat distribution.

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Step 2: Prepare the bananas

Step 5

Peel the bananas and break them into chunks.

Step 6

The riper the bananas, the sweeter your result will be.

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Step 3: Blend the wet ingredients

Step 8

Place the bananas, eggs, Greek yogurt, and honey into a blender and blend until smooth.

Step 9

-Using room temperature ingredients helps achieve a smoother mixture.

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Step 4: Add the dry ingredients

Step 11

Add cocoa powder and baking powder, then blend again until fully combined.

Step 12

-Sifting the cocoa powder helps avoid lumps.

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Step 5: Check the consistency

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The batter should be thick and glossy.

Step 15

-If it’s too thin, mix in a spoonful of oats to thicken it.

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Step 6: Transfer to the tin

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Pour the batter into the prepared loaf tin and smooth out the top.

Step 18

-Gently tap the tin on the counter to release air bubbles.

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Step 7: Bake

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Bake for 55–60 minutes.

Step 21

-Insert a toothpick; it should come out with a few moist crumbs.

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Step 8: Let it cool

Step 23

Allow the cake to cool in the tin for 10 minutes, then transfer to a rack.

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-This helps them set and firm up properly.

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Step 9: Slice and serve

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Cut into 5 equal pieces.

Step 27

-Wipe the knife between cuts for cleaner slices.

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Step 10: Store or enjoy

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Store in an airtight container or freeze for later.

Step 30

-The flavor improves even more the next day!