Banana Chocolate Cupcakes

Banana Chocolate Cupcakes is the perfect combination of sweet taste from banana and delicious chocolate complemented by soft whipped ganache frosting.This type of Banana Chocolate Cupcakes is an ideal choice for sweet lovers who want to enjoy a unique dessert, combining simple ingredients with a modern touch.

This time we are making a sweet dish. That’s right, this sweet dish is a cupcake and can be served as a dessert. Have you ever tried making cupcakes at home? If not, we will discuss this dessert complete with the recipe!

The ingredients to make it are available in supermarkets. There is All-purpose flour, mashed banana, baking powder, salt, milk, chocolate, heavy cream, and others. It takes 20 minutes to prepare, while cooking takes 20 minutes, and resting time in the refrigerator is 45 minutes for the ganache. Suitable for gatherings with family or friends and birthday celebrations.

A Little Review of the Process of Making this Dessert

The process for making Banana Chocolate Cupcakes is relatively simple and can be done easily at home. Here are the basic steps.

Prepare the ingredients by mashing the banana until it has a smooth and creamy texture and make sure it is at room temperature. Mix dry ingredients such as All-purpose flour, baking powder, and other ingredients in a separate bowl. Stir the wet ingredients with a whisk until light in texture. Mix dry and wet ingredients until smooth. The baking process is the last basic step. The basic steps for making a ganache are to melt the chocolate, cool it, and beat the ganache.

Tips for Cooking Banana Chocolate Cupcakes

Here are some cooking tips to make this dessert delicious and perfect.

Use Ripe Bananas: Choose ripe bananas to give the cupcake a natural sweet taste and soft texture. Bananas with black spots on their skin will provide softness and a stronger banana taste, making the cupcakes more fragrant and delicious.

Sift Dry Ingredients: All-purpose flour should be sifted before mixing it with wet ingredients. Sifting these ingredients helps avoid lumps and creates a smoother, lighter texture on the cupcakes. This step also ensures that the dry ingredients are mixed evenly and avoids having a sticky cupcake.

Don’t Overmix the Dough: When mixing dry and wet ingredients, avoid mixing for too long. Overmixing can make the cupcakes tough or not rise well because too much gluten in the flour will form. Stir the mixture just until all the ingredients are combined, just enough so that no dry bits are visible.

Pay Attention to Ingredient Temperature: Make sure all ingredients, such as eggs and milk are at room temperature before using. Room temperature ingredients are easier to produce a more even batter, and help the cupcakes rise well during the baking process.

Don’t Fill the Batter Too Full: When pouring the batter into the cupcake molds, fill them until they are about 2/3 full. This gives the cupcakes room to rise while baking without spilling out of the mold. If it is too full, the surface of the cupcake will become uneven and lumpy.

Before Serving

Cool Cupcakes Before Frosting: Make sure the cupcakes are completely cool before adding the whipped ganache frosting. If the cupcakes are still warm, the ganache will melt and won’t stick well. You can place the cupcakes on a wire rack to speed up the cooling process.

Use a Piping Bag for Frosting: To make the frosting look beautiful and neat, use a piping bag with a star-shaped or round syringe to pipe the ganache on top of the cupcake.

Store Cupcakes Properly: Once the cupcakes are frosted, store them in a cool place or in a tightly closed container. If you want to store it longer, you can put the cupcake in the refrigerator, but take it out a few minutes before serving it so that the texture of the ganache becomes soft again.

The Texture of This Dessert

Moist and Soft Cupcakes

In this dessert, mashed bananas and vegetable oil help provide natural moisture to the dough, so the end result is a moist cupcake. Unlike dry cakes, every bite of this cupcake feels soft and tender. Apart from the moisture, the texture remains light and fluffy thanks to the eggs, baking powder and proper mixing of the dough. Baking powder creates small air bubbles in the dough, giving a final result that’s not too dense but sturdy enough to hold frosting.

Soft and Creamy Whip Ganache Frosting

Whip ganache frosting is made from heavy cream and chocolate which are whipped until soft and light. The fluffy and creamy texture gives a different sensation when combined with the soft texture of the cupcake. When you spoon the frosting into your mouth, the texture is smooth, light, and melts on your tongue. This texture is the result of whipping the ganache which gives it extra volume and smoothness. The creamy frosting also creates a balance between the sweetness of the banana and the bitter-sweetness of the chocolate.

The Specialties of This Dessert

Here are some reasons why this dish is special.

The Perfect Combination of Banana and Chocolate Flavors

The first specialty of this dessert is the harmonious combination of the two main flavors, namely banana and chocolate. Bananas provide a subtle natural sweetness, while chocolate adds rich, slightly bitter deliciousness. This combination creates the perfect balance of flavors as the banana contributes creaminess and moistness, while the chocolate provides a deeper flavor dimension.

Simple but Delicious Dessert

With small and just right portion sizes, serving and enjoying these cupcakes is easy without the need for additional cutlery, making them a practical dish for events large and small.With soft ganache frosting on top, this cupcake looks tempting and aesthetic.

Using Simple but Quality ingredients

Make this dessert from ingredients that are easy to find, such as bananas, all-purpose flour, chocolate, eggs, sugar and other ingredients. Even though it uses simple ingredients, the final result is very satisfying. The use of fresh, high-quality ingredients ensures that every bite delivers maximum flavor.

This dessert is very interesting, right? Let’s make Banana Chocolate Cupcakes with Whip Ganache Frosting!

Ingredients of Banana Chocolate Cupcakes

Make Cupcake Parts

• 2.5 cup All-Purpose flour:A key ingredient in many cake recipes because it contains gluten which provides structure to the cupcake. This flour provides a stable and dense but still soft texture for cupcakes.
• 2 cup Granulated sugar:Helps in the rising process and gives softness to the cake. Sugar attracts moisture, keeping the cupcakes soft and moist.  Adds a brownish color to the cupcake when caramelization occurs.
• 3 tsp Baking powder:To create a soft and light texture by creating air bubbles in the dough which causes the cupcake to rise when baked.
• 1 tsp Salt:To balance the sweetness and enhance the overall taste, make the banana and chocolate flavors stand out more.
• 1 cup Milk room temperature:Adds moisture to the dough, so the final cupcake is soft and moist.
• 2 Eggs room temperature:Gives a smoother texture and avoids broken or uneven dough.
• 1/2 cup Vegetable oil:It gives moisture to the cupcake and keeps the texture soft even after the cupcake is cooled.
• 2 tsp Vanilla extract:Gives a fragrant and complex aroma, which helps balance the sweetness, enhancing the banana and chocolate flavors.
• 1 1/3 cup Mashed banana:Gives a distinctive natural taste and adds a soft texture to the dough. Bananas also function as a natural binding agent, helping the dough remain soft without adding too much fat.

Whip Ganache Frosting

• 1 1/2 cup Chocolate:Gives a rich, deep chocolate flavor to the cupcake.
• 2 1/8 cup Heavy cream:The main ingredient in whipped ganache frosting. Heavy cream gives the ganache a creamy and smooth texture, and makes the frosting light and fluffy after whipping.

How to Make Banana Chocolate Cupcakes

Whip Ganache Frosting

To start, bring a pot of water to a simmer over medium-high heat. In a separate bowl, combine the chocolate and heavy cream.

Melt the mixture using the bain-marie technique, stirring continuously until well combined.

When completely melted, cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 45 minutes.

Make Cupcake Parts

Preheat the oven: Start by preheating the oven to 350°F. Prepare the cupcake pan, line a cupcake pan with cupcake liners.

Mix the dry ingredients: In a bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.

Mix wet ingredients: In another bowl, combine the milk, eggs, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and mashed banana.

Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Fill cups: Use a medium-size ice cream scoop to scoop the batter into the cupcake liners, filling them about 3/4 full.

Place the cupcakes in the oven and bake for 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Prepare toppings: While the cupcakes are baking, slice some bananas for the topping.

After the ganache has cooled in the refrigerator for 45 minutes, whip it on medium speed until fluffy. Refrigerate until ready to use.

Once the cupcakes are baked, remove them from the oven and let them sit in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Decor a Cupcake

Gather your whipped ganache frosting, a piping bag, and sliced bananas.

Make sure the cupcakes are completely cooled before decorating to prevent the frosting from melting.

Spoon the whipped ganache frosting into the piping bag. If using a tip, make sure it’s securely attached.

Starting at the outside edge of the cupcake, gently squeeze the piping bag as you move toward the center. As you move inward, gradually reduce the pressure to create a tip, forming a cone shape. Aim for a nice, high swirl that resembles a cone.

Place a banana slice on top of each frosted cupcake. You can place it slightly off to the side for a decorative effect.

Once decorated, serve cupcakes immediately or refrigerate until ready to enjoy.

Notes

Whipped ganache frosting can be stored at room temperature for 2-3 hours.

For better results, place the ganache that has been in a bainmarie in the refrigerator overnight before whipping it.

If you find the cupcake too sweet, you can reduce the sugar by up to 1/4 cup to achieve your desired taste.

Nutrient Content

The following is an explanation of the nutritional content of each component in this cupcake.

Banana

Banana is the main ingredient in this cupcake, providing important nutrients such as Potassium. Bananas are rich in potassium, a mineral that is important for maintaining blood pressure and heart health. Potassium also functions to support muscle and nerve function.

Bananas also contain fiber which is good for digestion, helps maintain intestinal health, and prevents constipation. Apart from that, bananas are also rich in vitamin B6, for hemoglobin production and protein metabolism.

Bananas contain small amounts of vitamin C, which helps boost the immune system and plays a role in collagen production.

Chocolate (Chocolate Powder and Melted Chocolate)

Chocolate, especially high-quality dark or cacao, also provides some nutrients. Contains iron, which plays a role in transporting oxygen in the blood. The magnesium content in chocolate is beneficial for muscle and nerve function and helps in energy production.

Chocolate contains flavonoids, a type of antioxidant that helps protect the body from cell damage caused by free radicals.

All-Purpose Flour

All-purpose flour as the main ingredient for dough provides a source of carbohydrates and energy. Rich in carbohydrates, which are the main source of energy for the body. All-purpose flour also contains some protein, although in small amounts. The protein in all-purpose flour functions to form the structure of the cake.

Serving Recommendations

Here are some combinations to enhance the experience of eating these cupcakes.

Tea

For a lighter taste, tea is a great choice as an accompaniment to cupcakes. Different types of tea can provide different taste experiences. Black tea has a strong, slightly bitter taste that pairs well with this cupcake. Green tea has a fresh, slightly astringent taste, which can help cleanse the mouth after a sweet, creamy bite. Herbal teas like chamomile or peppermint provide a light refreshment, perfect for balancing the rich flavor of the ganache frosting.

Fresh Fruit

Serving the cupcakes with fresh fruit adds a fresh element and cuts through the heavy sweetness.  The fresh tartness of the strawberries provides a sharp contrast to the softness and richness of the chocolate on the cupcake. Blueberries with their sweet and slightly sour taste are also suitable as an accompaniment to cupcakes. Adding fresh banana slices as a topping or accompaniment can strengthen the banana flavor that is already in the cupcake.

Milkshakes

As another variation, this cupcake can also be enjoyed with a milkshake. A banana or chocolate milkshake will add textural fun and provide a balance of sweetness. The combination of a cupcake with a chocolate milkshake will emphasize the overall chocolate flavor, providing a rich and creamy experience. If you want to enhance the banana flavor in your cupcake, a banana milkshake is the perfect choice.

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Banana Chocolate Cupcake with Whip Ganache Frosting

Sonia Ardiana

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

resting time in refrigerator for ganache 45 minutes mins

Course Cake, Dessert

Ingredients

  

Banana Chocolate Cupcake

• 2.5 cup all purpose flour
• 2 cup granulated sugar
• 3 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 cup milk room temperature
• 2 Eggs room temperature
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 tsp Vanilla extract
• 1 1/3 cup mashed banana

Whip Gnache Frosting

• 1 1/2 cup chocolate
• 2 1/8 cup heavy cream

Instructions

 

Whip Ganache Frosting

• To start, bring a pot of water to a simmer over medium-high heat. In a separate bowl, combine the chocolate and heavy cream.
• Melt the mixture using the bain-marie technique, stirring continuously until well combined.
• When completely melted, cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 45 minutes.

Banana Chocolate Cupcake

• Preheat the oven: Start by preheating the oven to 350°F. Prepare the cupcake pan, line a cupcake pan with cupcake liners.
• Mix the dry ingredients: In a bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
• Mix wet ingredients: In another bowl, combine the milk, eggs, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and mashed banana.
• Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
• Fill cups: Use a medium-size ice cream scoop to scoop the batter into the cupcake liners, filling them about 3/4 full.
• Place the cupcakes in the oven and bake for 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
• Prepare toppings: While the cupcakes are baking, slice some bananas for the topping.
• After the ganache has cooled in the refrigerator for 45 minutes, whip it on medium speed until fluffy. Refrigerate until ready to use.
• Once the cupcakes are baked, remove them from the oven and let them sit in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Decor a Cupcake

• Gather your whipped ganache frosting, a piping bag, and sliced bananas.
• Make sure the cupcakes are completely cooled before decorating to prevent the frosting from melting.
• Spoon the whipped ganache frosting into the piping bag. If using a tip, make sure it's securely attached.
• Starting at the outside edge of the cupcake, gently squeeze the piping bag as you move toward the center. As you move inward, gradually reduce the pressure to create a tip, forming a cone shape. Aim for a nice, high swirl that resembles a cone.
• Place a banana slice on top of each frosted cupcake. You can place it slightly off to the side for a decorative effect.
• Once decorated, serve cupcakes immediately or refrigerate until ready to enjoy.

Notes

1. Whipped ganache frosting can be stored at room temperature for 2-3 hours.
2. For better results, place the ganache that has been in a bain marie in the refrigerator overnight before whipping it.
3. If you find the cupcake too sweet, you can reduce the sugar by up to 1/4 cup to achieve your desired taste.

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