Craving a Moist Chocolate Chip Banana Cake? Try This Israeli Twist!

Joshua managed a lush banana grove near Kibbutz Degania Aleph in Israel. He gifted us a massive bunch of ripe bananas one sunny day. I froze the overripe ones instantly. Joshua stared in shock. “You freeze bananas?” he asked. He had never tasted chocolate chip banana cake either!

chocolate chip banana cake bundtI baked him a decadent banana chocolate chip bundt cake loaded with gooey chips. He devoured it and begged for more. That day, I sparked a love in him for this treat. Now, you can bake this healthier version at home. Swap margarine for Galilee Green Olive Oil. Use whole wheat flour for extra nutrition. The result? A tender, flavorful cake that stays moist for days.

This banana chocolate chip bundt cake shines in a bundt pan for elegant presentation. It serves as the perfect non-dairy dessert for Shabbat. Guests rave about the rich banana flavor paired with melted chocolate. Freeze extra bananas ahead. They mash perfectly for baking. No waste, just pure deliciousness.

Why Choose This Chocolate Chip Banana Cake Recipe?

Galilee Green Olive Oil adds fruity notes that elevate every bite. It keeps the cake soft without butter. Whole wheat flour boosts fiber. Dark chocolate chips melt into pockets of joy. Bake this cake for family gatherings or quick snacks. Kids and adults fight for the last slice!

Ingredients for Your Banana Chocolate Chip Bundt Cake:

  • ½ cup Galilee Green Olive Oil
  • 1 ½ cups sugar
  • 2 eggs, slightly beaten
  • 1 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1 cup white flour
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ¾ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ cup orange juice (or apple juice, water, almond milk, or milk)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3-4 mashed ripe bananas
  • 1 cup chocolate chips (non-dairy for pareve)

Directions:

Try some of our Olive Oil from Israel!

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F/180°C. Grease a bundt pan well.
  2. Mash bananas in a small bowl. Stir in juice and vanilla.
  3. Whisk flours, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in another bowl.
  4. Beat olive oil and sugar in a large bowl until creamy. Add eggs and mix thoroughly.
  5. Alternate adding dry ingredients and banana mixture. Stir until smooth.
  6. Fold in chocolate chips gently.
  7. Pour batter into pan. Bake 40-50 minutes. Test with a toothpick—it should come out clean.
  8. Cool in pan 10 minutes. Invert onto a rack.

Pro tip: Use orange juice and non-dairy chips for a pareve cake. It pairs perfectly with meat meals. Store leftovers covered—it tastes even better the next day.

Ready to bake the ultimate banana chocolate chip bundt cake?

Grab your Galilee Green Olive Oil today.

Your kitchen will smell amazing. Friends will demand the recipe!

 

Categories: Recipes

4 Comments

Elke Slaughter · February 21, 2016 at 6:53 pm

Made the cake for our Shabbat this week. It is delicious and so moist! I added some walnuts to it,too. Yum!

Nili N Arnie Abrahams · February 21, 2016 at 11:06 pm

Amazing. So glad you liked it! Adding walnuts is brilliant. Have a great week!

shelley · April 10, 2024 at 4:48 am

Hi, I don’t even know if you’re going to read my comment anytime soon….Pesach is coming and I would like to make this. Have you ever made it for Pesach, and if so, what did you use for the flour? If not, what do you suggest I use? Thanks

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