4 ingredients healthy chocolate cake in 5 minutes

4-Ingredient Healthy Chocolate Cake will be ready in just 5 minutes. This recipe requires no flour or sugar, making it a perfect guilt-free treat!

This chocolate cake is made with simple ingredients you likely already have at home and comes together entirely in the microwave—no oven needed! It’s rich, soft, and perfectly sweet without any added sugar. It’s a great option for a quick and healthier dessert with no flour required.

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Ingredients

• Bananas – 2 large ripe bananas work best for sweetness and moisture.

• Unsweetened Cocoa Powder – A high-quality cocoa powder like Hershey’s will give your cake that rich chocolate flavor.

• Baking Powder – This helps the cake rise and become light and fluffy.

• Eggs – 2 large eggs help bind everything together and provide structure to the cake.

Instructions

• Prepare the Bowl: Grease a microwave-safe bowl (around 6 inches) with a little oil to prevent sticking.

• Blend the Ingredients: In a blender, combine the ripe bananas, eggs, unsweetened cocoa powder, and baking powder. Blend until smooth and well combined.

• Pour into the Bowl: Pour the blended batter into the prepared microwave-safe bowl.

• Microwave: Microwave on high for 5 minutes. Check for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean.

• Cool and Frost: Let the cake cool for a few minutes. Optionally, you can frost the cake with chocolate ganache by melting ¼ cup of chocolate chips with 2-3 tablespoon of heavy cream.

Recipe notes

• Ripe Bananas: The riper the bananas, the sweeter and more flavorful your cake will be. Make sure they're soft and spotty for the best results.

• Microwave Time: Microwave times may vary depending on your microwave's wattage. Check the cake after 4 minutes and continue microwaving in 30-second intervals if needed.

• Optional Add-ins: You can mix in chocolate chips directly into the batter for extra chocolatey goodness or add nuts for a crunch.

• Ganache: For the ganache, melt the chocolate chips and heavy cream in the microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring each time until smooth.

• Storage: Store any leftover cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for longer freshness. Reheat in the microwave for a few seconds before serving.

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