Banana Split Chocolate Drip Cake 

Instructions

Step 1: Bake the Chocolate Cakes

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk together until well combined.
3. Combine Wet Ingredients: Add the eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix on medium speed until smooth.
4. Add Boiling Water: Carefully stir in the boiling water (the batter will be thin) and then fold in the mashed bananas until fully incorporated.
5. Bake: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cakes cool in the pans for about 10 minutes, then turn them out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 2: Make the Frosting

1. Beat the Butter: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy and smooth.
2. Add Sugar and Cocoa: Gradually add the powdered sugar and cocoa powder, mixing on low until incorporated. Then add the heavy cream and vanilla, and beat on medium speed until fluffy and well combined.

Step 3: Assemble the Cake

1. Layer the Cakes: Place one layer of chocolate cake on a serving plate. Spread a layer of frosting on top, and add a few banana slices if desired. Place the second cake layer on top.
2. Frost the Top and Sides: Apply a crumb coat (a thin layer of frosting) to the entire cake to seal in crumbs. Chill the cake for about 30 minutes to set the crumb coat. Then frost the cake with a thicker layer of frosting on the top and sides.

Step 4: Prepare the Chocolate Drip

1. Heat the Cream: In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until just simmering. Remove from heat.
2. Melt Chocolate: Add the chocolate chips to the hot cream and let sit for 1-2 minutes, then stir until smooth and glossy.

Step 5: Drip the Cake

1. Add Chocolate Drip: Allow the chocolate drip to cool slightly before carefully pouring it over the top of the cake, letting it drip down the sides.
2. Decorate: Top the cake with additional banana slices, whipped cream, maraschino cherries, and chopped nuts if desired.

Tips for Success

• Ripe Bananas: Use very ripe bananas for the best flavor and sweetness.
• Room Temperature Ingredients: Make sure your eggs and butter are at room temperature for a smoother batter.
• Chilling the Cake: Chilling the crumb-coated cake helps keep crumbs from mixing into your frosting when applying the final coat.

Conclusion

The Banana Split Chocolate Drip Cake is a delightful fusion of flavors and textures, sure to satisfy any sweet tooth. With its moist chocolate cake, creamy frosting, and rich chocolate drip, this cake is not just a dessert; it’s a celebration on a plate. Perfect for any occasion, this cake will have everyone reaching for seconds and savoring every delicious bite. So, gather your ingredients, and get ready to bake a masterpiece that will wow your friends and family!