Banana Walnut Cake Recipe

Indulge in this moist and flavorful Banana Walnut Cake, secretly packed with goodness! Made with ripe bananas, wholesome wheatgerm (a fantastic source of Vitamin E!), and LSA mix (or ground flaxseed for a healthy boost), this recipe is a guilt-free treat the whole family will adore. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack, this cake is naturally sweetened and incredibly satisfying. Say goodbye to processed ingredients and hello to a healthier, happier way to enjoy cake!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 80 mins
Calories 344 kcal
Protein 11g
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Ingredients for Banana Walnut Cake

  • 3 large ripe mashed bananas
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) softened unsalted butter
  • 2 large eggs
  • Whole Wheat Flour
  • Oat Flour
  • Spelt Flour
  • ½ cup wheat germ
  • ½ cup LSA mix (or ground flaxseed)
  • Desiccated Coconut
  • Mixed Spice
  • Buttermilk
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ cup milk (or plant-based milk)
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt

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How to Make Banana Walnut Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 170°C (325°F). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) softened unsalted butter and 1 ½ cups granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in 3 large ripe mashed bananas, 2 large eggs, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and ¼ cup milk (or plant-based milk).
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, ½ teaspoon baking powder, ½ teaspoon salt, ½ cup wheat germ, and ½ cup LSA mix (or ground flaxseed).
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Fold in 1 cup chopped walnuts.
  7. Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  8. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. Start checking at 50 minutes.
  9. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

103g

Fat

40g

Carbs

13g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Banana Walnut Cake?

Banana Walnut Cake takes about 100 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 80 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Banana Walnut Cake?

Banana Walnut Cake has approximately 344 calories per serving, with about 11 g protein, 13 g carbohydrates and 30 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Banana Walnut Cake?

The key ingredients for Banana Walnut Cake are Bananas, Sugar, Butter, Eggs, Whole Wheat Flour, Oat Flour. See the full list with measurements above.

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