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The XXL Mole Cake: A Chocolatey, Creamy Hidden-Banana Surprise

The XXL Mole Cake is a whimsical, giant-sized version of a European classic. It combines a moist cocoa sponge with a thick layer of whipped pastry cream and a hidden heart of fresh bananas.
Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time2 hours
Course: Dessert
Servings: 12

Ingredients

  • For the Chocolate Sponge:
  • Eggs: 4 large
  • Sugar: 1 cup granulated
  • Milk: 1 cup whole
  • Oil: ½ cup vegetable or canola oil
  • Vanilla: 2 tsp vanilla extract or 1 packet vanilla sugar
  • Baking Powder: 2 ½ tsp or 1 packet
  • Cocoa Powder: 2 tbsp unsweetened
  • Flour: 2 cups all-purpose
  • For the Filling & Cream:
  • Bananas: 3 large ripe
  • Whipped Cream Mix: 2 envelopes e.g., Dream Whip
  • Pastry Cream Mix: 1 packet instant or vanilla pudding mix
  • Milk: 3 cups cold for the cream

Instructions

  • Prepare Batter: In a bowl, whisk eggs and sugar until fluffy. Add milk, oil, vanilla, baking powder, cocoa powder, and flour. Mix with a hand mixer until smooth.
  • Bake Sponge: Pour the batter into a greased baking dish. Bake in a preheated oven at 170°C (340°F) for 30 minutes. Remove and let cool completely.
  • Hollow Out: Using a fork, gently scrape off the top layer of the cake to create a shallow "trench." Leave the bottom and sides intact. Set the removed cake pieces aside.
  • Add Fruit: Slice the bananas and arrange them in an even layer inside the hollowed-out section of the cake.
  • Whip Cream: Combine the whipped cream mix, pastry cream mix, and 3 cups of cold milk in a bowl. Beat until very stiff peaks form.
  • Assemble: Spread the cream mixture evenly over the bananas, creating a slight dome shape.
  • Create "Soil": Place the reserved cake pieces in a food processor and pulse into fine crumbs. Sprinkle the crumbs over the cream until it is completely covered.
  • Chill & Serve: Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to set. Slice into squares and enjoy chilled.