It’s an easy to make single-serving treat that combines the sweetness of 1 lonely ripe banana with the richness of chocolate chips, resulting in a warm and gooey dessert. It’s perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings for a late-night snack or a simple dessert for one. Some of my other favorite single serving and easy dessert recipes are: Single Serve Chocolate Chip Cookie or these Mini Peach Cobblers.
Banana: You will want to use a ripe – over ripe banana for this recipe to add extra sweetness and moisture. I recommend measuring the banana after mashing it to ensure you dont have too much banana. 1/4 cup – 1/3 cup mashed is plenty. Butter: melted butter adds richness and moisture to the cake. I tested with vegetable oil too but found I like the texture and flavor better with the butter. Milk: I use whole milk for my recipe. You can use alternatives if needed like almond milk, soy milk, or even yogurt for added moisture and flavor. Vanilla: adds flavor Flour: I recommend using all purpose flour. I have not tested this recipe with almond flour or other flour alternatives. If you try out other options, but sure to leave a comment below on changes you made! This is always helpful for others reading reviews. ? Baking powder: helps the cake rise and become fluffy. Ensure it’s not expired for the best results. Salt: balances the sweetness and enhances the overall flavor. I use a pinch of kosher salt. Chocolate chips: use your favorite: semi sweet chocolate, milk chocolate, dark chocolate or even chocolate chunks! Toppings: Feel free to get creative and use your favorite toppings! peanut butter, more chocolate chips, frosting, sprinkles, chopped nuts, banana slices, etc.
Add 1-2 Tbsp. cocoa powder for a chocolate version. Add cinnamon or nutmeg for a banana bread vibe. Drizzle with nutella or cookie butter on top. Replace some or all of the flour with protein powder for a higher-protein version. Try adding a tablespoon of Greek yogurt or cottage cheese for extra protein and creaminess. Dissolve 1 teaspoon instant coffee granules in the milk for a coffee-flavored cake. Mix in 1-2 tablespoons of chopped nuts like walnuts, pecans, or almonds for a crunchy texture.
