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2-Ingredient No-Bake Chocolate Banana Cake (Vegan & Gluten-Free)

If you want an easy, healthy chocolate dessert that’s naturally sweet and requires zero baking, this 2-ingredient no-bake chocolate banana cake is perfect. Made with just ripe bananas and dark chocolate, it’s vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, and sweetened without refined sugar or eggs — great for warm days, quick snacks, or kid-friendly treats

Quick Recipe Snapshot

  • Prep time: 10 minutes
  • Chill time: 1 hour
  • Total time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Servings: 6 slices
  • Diet: Vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free
  • Skill level: Beginner

Why You’ll Love This No-Bake Chocolate Banana Cake

  • Made with just two simple ingredients: bananas and dark chocolate
  • No baking required, perfect for quick desserts or warm days
  • Naturally sweetened with ripe bananas and no refined sugar
  • Vegan, dairy-free, egg-free, and gluten-free
  • Rich, fudgy texture that feels indulgent but is easy to digest
  • Comes together in minutes in a blender or food processor
  • A great way to use overripe bananas
  • Kid-friendly and adult-approved

FAQ

Does banana chocolate cake actually set without baking?
Yes. When blended with melted dark chocolate, ripe bananas help create a firm, sliceable texture once chilled.

Can I freeze this no-bake cake?
yes but the taste and texture will change. I would not.

Is this healthy enough for kids?
Absolutely — it’s made from fruit and dark chocolate with no refined sugar, dairy, or additives.

Can I make this without a blender?
A food processor works best, but very ripe bananas can be mashed extremely smooth by hand if needed, but I have never tried.

This recipe is perfect if you want:

  • A fast chocolate dessert
  • A no-bake summer cake
  • A healthier treat for kids
  • A vegan, gluten-free dessert with pantry ingredients

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No-Bake Chocolate Banana Cake

Melissa Champagne
Easy no-bake chocolate banana cake, made by blending bananas with dark chocolate until smooth and fudgy. With just two ingredients and no baking required, it’s a naturally sweet, vegan dessert that comes together in minutes and satisfies serious chocolate cravings.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Refrigerate 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course Dessert, Post-workout, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 202 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 3 bananas peeled
  • 150 g dark chocolate

Instructions
 

  • Blend the bananas and chocolate until smooth.
  • Pour the mixture into a mold and chill well in the refrigerator.
  • Before serving, sprinkle with cocoa powder.

Nutrition

Calories: 202kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 6mgPotassium: 390mgFiber: 4gSugar: 13gVitamin A: 48IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 21mgIron: 3mg
Keyword banana, chocolate
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