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Delish Healthy Banana Cake Recipes

Delish Healthy Banana Cake Recipes

This moist, better-for-you banana cake uses whole wheat flour, Greek yogurt, and just a touch of maple syrup for natural sweetness—perfectly tender with warm cinnamon and an optional walnut crunch.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 12
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 1.75 cups white whole wheat flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 0.5 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1.5 cups mashed ripe bananas
  • 0.75 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 0.33 cup pure maple syrup
  • 0.25 cup coconut oil, melted and cooled
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 0.5 cup chopped walnuts optional

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan and line with parchment, leaving an overhang for easy lifting.
  • In a large bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk mashed bananas, Greek yogurt, maple syrup, coconut oil, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
  • Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and fold gently with a spatula just until no dry streaks remain. Do not overmix.
  • Stir in walnuts if using. Spread batter evenly into the prepared pan and tap the pan lightly on the counter to release air bubbles.
  • Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the top is set and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  • Cool in the pan on a rack for 15 minutes, then lift out using the parchment and let cool completely.
  • Slice into 12 squares. Serve plain or with a dollop of Greek yogurt and a sprinkle of cinnamon.

Notes

For dairy-free, use a thick dairy-free yogurt. For nut-free, omit walnuts. Store covered at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days. Cake freezes well for up to 2 months; thaw overnight in the refrigerator.