Description
Discover the delicious and healthy banana cake recipe that is easy to make and perfect for any occasion. This wholesome treat combines natural sweetness with nutritious ingredients, making it a guilt-free dessert or snack option that everyone will love. Whether baked in the oven or cooked in a crockpot, this banana cake is versatile, moist, and flavorful, suitable for breakfast, tea time, or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ripe bananas (mashed)
- 2 cups whole wheat flour
- 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/3 cup coconut oil or olive oil
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Optional: chopped nuts, chocolate chips, or dried fruits
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) or prepare your crockpot.
- In a large bowl, mash the bananas until smooth. Add eggs, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and coconut oil. Whisk until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, sift together whole wheat flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing gently. Fold in optional mix-ins if desired.
- For oven baking: Pour batter into a greased baking dish. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- For crockpot: Transfer batter into a greased slow cooker, cover, and cook on low for 2-3 hours until set and fluffy.
- Allow to cool for 10-15 minutes, then slice and serve warm or at room temperature. Garnish as desired.
Notes
- Use very ripe bananas for maximum sweetness and flavor.
- For added nutrition, substitute whole wheat flour with gluten-free flour options.
- Mix in nuts, chocolate chips, or dried fruits for extra texture and flavor.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep the cake light and fluffy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes (oven) or 2-3 hours (crockpot)
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: Baking or Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Healthy, Homemade
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 210 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg