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Sweet banana cake with chocolate chips
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 slice (medium) of Banana cake with chocolate chips (70 g) has 251 calories. That works out to 358 calories per 100 g. It contains 37.4 g of carbs, 3.6 g of protein, 9.9 g of fat and 1.8 g of fiber. Its 8 µg of Selenium covers 15% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 70 g
251
KCAL / 70G
Carbs
37.4g
· 14% DV
Protein
3.6g
· 7% DV
Fat
9.9g
· 13% DV
Fiber
1.8g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 59% · Protein 6% · Fat 35%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 251 kcal | |
| Total fat | 9.9 g | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 3.43 g | 17% |
| Trans fat | 0.06 g | |
| Sodium | 186 mg | 8% |
| Total carbohydrate | 37.4 g | 14% |
| Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% |
| Protein | 3.6 g | 7% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 slice (medium) | 70 g | 251 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 30 g | 107 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 45 g | 161 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 55 g | 197 kcal |
| 1 cup (diced) | 80 g | 286 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 90 g | 322 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 95 g | 340 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 358 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 120 g | 430 kcal |
Calculated from 358 calories per 100 g.
Banana cake with chocolate chips is made by folding mashed ripe bananas and chocolate chips into cake batter. Cream or whisk the wet ingredients first, add the dry ingredients, then fold gently just until combined. Overmixing can make the finished cake tough.
Yes, overripe bananas are ideal for banana cake with chocolate chips. Their soft texture mashes easily, and their concentrated sweetness gives the cake a stronger banana flavor. Discard bananas with mold or an unusual smell, but brown spots on the peel are not a problem.
Toss the chocolate chips with a small amount of flour before folding them into the batter, and avoid making the batter too thin. Add the chips at the end and mix briefly. These steps help distribute them through banana cake with chocolate chips instead of letting them collect at the bottom.
Banana cake with chocolate chips can turn gummy if it contains too much mashed banana, is underbaked, or is mixed excessively after adding flour. Measure the banana rather than adding extra, mix only until the flour disappears, and test the center with a skewer before removing the cake.
Keep banana cake with chocolate chips in an airtight container once it has cooled completely. It can stay at room temperature in a cool kitchen; refrigerate it if the room is warm or you need to keep it longer. Let chilled slices come closer to room temperature before serving for a softer texture.
Yes, banana cake with chocolate chips freezes well. Cool it completely, wrap the whole cake or individual slices tightly, and place them in a sealed freezer-safe container. Thaw a portion before serving; warming it briefly can soften the chocolate chips again.
Yes, thaw frozen bananas completely before mashing them into banana cake with chocolate chips. They release liquid as they thaw, so drain off any unusually large amount to avoid making the batter too wet. The thawed fruit may look watery, but it is still suitable for baking.
Insert a skewer into the center of banana cake with chocolate chips; it should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs, not wet batter. Avoid testing directly through a melted chocolate chip, which can look like uncooked batter. The middle needs to be set before you take the cake out.
Banana cake with chocolate chips pairs well with coffee, tea, or a glass of milk. For a simple dessert, serve a slice with plain yogurt or fresh fruit rather than adding another very sweet topping. The cake is also easy to serve on its own as a snack.
Yes, you can reduce the added sugar in banana cake with chocolate chips, especially when the bananas are very ripe. The cake may brown less and have a slightly different texture, while the chocolate chips still add sweetness. Reduce the sugar gradually rather than removing it entirely.
Vitamins
Biotin
2.94µg · 10% DV
B6
0.11mg · 6% DV
B2
0.08mg · 6% DV
Folate
22.4µg · 6% DV
Minerals
Selenium
7.98µg · 15% DV
Manganese
0.22mg · 10% DV
Phosphorus
67mg · 10% DV
Copper
0.08mg · 9% DV
Sodium
186mg · 8% DV
Potassium ⭐
147mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Banana cake with chocolate chips is a home-baked cake made with mashed bananas, flour, sugar and eggs, usually with butter or oil, then studded with chocolate chips. It is a familiar way to use ripe bananas in many English-speaking kitchens. The banana keeps the crumb soft and moist, while the chips add pockets of sweeter, richer chocolate.
It is commonly served in slices with tea or coffee, as an afternoon snack or a simple dessert; a medium slice is filling enough for a small treat. It is mainly a sweet source of carbohydrates and fat, with comparatively modest protein and fibre. For a less-sweet version, use very ripe bananas and reduce the added sugar, or serve a slice with plain yogurt and fresh fruit.
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
3.43g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.57g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.26g
Omega 6:3 ratio 37.7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (37.7:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.