2 extra-ripe, medium Dole bananas, peeled
1 pkg. (18.5 oz.) chocolate cake mix
2 sq. (1 oz. each) semi sweet chocolate
2 c. whipping cream, whipped
2 firm, large Dole bananas

Slice extra-ripe bananas into blender. Puree until smooth (1 cup). Prepare cake according to package directions for 2 (9 inch) layers, replacing 1 cup water with 1 cup pureed bananas. Melt chocolate according to package directions, cool to lukewarm. Mix a small amount of whipped cream, into melted chocolate. Pour over remaining whipped cream. Fold into whipped cream thoroughly. Split cooled cakes in half through center lengthwise to make 4 layers. Peel and split firm bananas in half lengthwise. Spread one cake layer with chocolate cream. Top with second layer. Spread with chocolate cream, top with split bananas. Top with third layer. Spread with chocolate cream. Top with fourth layer. Spread remaining chocolate cream over entire cake. Refrigerate until ready to serve. Garnish top of cake with additional sliced banana, if desired. Makes 8 to 10 servings.