Chocolate Peanut Butter and Banana Cake Aka Elvis Cake
Indulge in the decadent fusion of flavors with this Chocolate Peanut Butter and Banana Cake, affectionately known as the Elvis Cake—a dessert fit for the King himself! This triple-layer masterpiece combines moist chocolate cake infused with mashed bananas for a natural sweetness and tender crumb, all crowned with a luscious, creamy peanut butter frosting. Drizzled with melted chocolate and optionally garnished with fresh banana slices, this cake is the ultimate tribute to Elvis's favorite flavor trio. Perfect for special occasions or whenever you're craving a slice of nostalgia, this show-stopping dessert balances richness with a hint of fruit, creating a treat that’s irresistibly indulgent. Prepare to delight taste buds and memories alike with this unforgettable cake!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1.75 cups Granulated sugar
- 0.75 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
- 1.5 teaspoons Baking soda
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Buttermilk
- 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
- 2 Eggs
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 cup Ripe bananas (mashed)
- 1 cup Hot water
- 1 cup Creamy peanut butter
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter (softened)
- 3.5 cups Powdered sugar
- 0.25 cup Heavy cream
- 1 cup Chocolate chips (semi-sweet or dark)
- 1 cup Banana slices (for topping, optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour three 8-inch round cake pans.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
In another bowl, mix the buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until smooth.
Fold in the mashed bananas until incorporated. Finally, add the hot water and gently mix until the batter is smooth and slightly thin.
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared cake pans and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
While the cakes are cooling, prepare the peanut butter frosting. In a large bowl, beat the peanut butter and softened butter together until creamy and smooth.
Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, mixing well after each addition. Add the heavy cream and continue mixing until the frosting is fluffy and spreadable.
Once the cakes are completely cool, stack the first layer on a cake plate. Spread a layer of peanut butter frosting over the top, then add the second layer and repeat. Finally, top with the third layer and frost the outside of the cake with the remaining frosting.
Melt the chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 20-second intervals, stirring each time, until the chocolate is smooth and pourable.
Drizzle the melted chocolate over the top of the cake, allowing it to drip down the sides for a decorative effect.
If desired, garnish the top with banana slices before serving.
Slice and serve this rich and indulgent Elvis Cake to wow your guests!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
9708 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 449.9 g | 577% | |
| Saturated Fat | 172.8 g | 864% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 67.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 717 mg | 239% | |
| Sodium | 6424 mg | 279% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1413.5 g | 514% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 115.6 g | 413% | |
| Total Sugars | 954.3 g | ||
| Protein | 168.6 g | 337% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.7 mcg | 33% | |
| Calcium | 982 mg | 76% | |
| Iron | 58.4 mg | 324% | |
| Potassium | 7527 mg | 160% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
