Banana Chocolate Oat Cake

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Banana Chocolate Oat Cake

This baked oat-based cake combines bananas, yogurt, cocoa, and chocolate for a soft, dense texture. It is suitable for a small baking dish and can be served warm or at room temperature.

Preparation Time

10 minutes

Baking Time

35–40 minutes

Yield

1 small square or rectangular cake (8–10 slices)

Ingredients

  • 2 ripe bananas, mashed

  • ¾ cup (70 g) oat flakes

  • ½ cup (150 g) plain or Greek yogurt

  • ¼ cup (50 g) condensed milk

  • 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder

  • 1 teaspoon baking powder

  • 40 g (1.4 oz) chocolate, chopped or chocolate chips

  • Walnuts, roughly chopped (optional)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Wet Mixture

Place the bananas in a medium mixing bowl and mash thoroughly with a fork until mostly smooth.
Add the yogurt and condensed milk. Stir until the mixture is evenly combined and creamy in consistency.

2. Add the Dry Ingredients

Add the oat flakes, cocoa powder, and baking powder to the bowl.
Mix gently with a spatula until the batter is evenly blended and no dry cocoa remains.

3. Incorporate the Chocolate and Nuts

Fold in about half of the chopped chocolate and walnuts, if using.
Mix just until distributed to avoid overworking the batter.

4. Prepare the Baking Dish

Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
Line a small square or rectangular baking dish with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

Pour the batter into the prepared dish and spread it evenly.
Scatter the remaining chocolate and walnuts over the surface.

5. Bake

Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the edges are set and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out mostly clean with a few moist crumbs.

6. Cool and Serve

Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for at least 15 minutes before slicing. This resting time helps the oats firm up and improves the final texture.

Helpful Notes

  • For a smoother texture, the oats can be blended briefly before mixing.

  • The cake will become firmer as it cools.

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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