Good for You Cake
Indulge guilt-free with this wholesome and delicious "Good for You Cake," a naturally sweetened treat packed with nutrient-rich ingredients like almond flour, ripe bananas, and honey. With a touch of cinnamon for warmth and optional dark chocolate chips for a hint of decadence, this gluten-free and dairy-free cake is as good for your taste buds as it is for your body. Perfectly moist and lightly spiced, it’s made using simple steps and bakes in just 35 minutes, making it the ideal healthy dessert or snack for any occasion. Plus, it’s loaded with chopped walnuts for crunch and pairs beautifully with Greek yogurt or a drizzle of nut butter for an extra boost of protein. Treat yourself to this better-for-you cake that’s equal parts nourishing and satisfying!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups almond flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 3 medium ripe bananas
- 3 large eggs
- 0.5 cup honey
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 0.25 cup coconut oil (melted)
- 0.5 cup chopped walnuts
- 0.25 cup dark chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8-inch round or square cake pan and line the bottom with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
In a large mixing bowl, combine almond flour, baking soda, and ground cinnamon. Mix well to ensure the dry ingredients are evenly distributed.
In a separate bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. Then, whisk in the eggs, honey, vanilla extract, and melted coconut oil until fully incorporated.
Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
Fold in the chopped walnuts and optional dark chocolate chips for added texture and flavor.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread it evenly with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
Slice and enjoy your wholesome Good for You Cake on its own or with a dollop of Greek yogurt or nut butter for extra indulgence!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3490 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 252.1 g | 323% | |
| Saturated Fat | 78.2 g | 391% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 558 mg | 186% | |
| Sodium | 1482 mg | 64% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 276.1 g | 100% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 44.5 g | 159% | |
| Total Sugars | 178.1 g | ||
| Protein | 88.8 g | 178% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.1 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 730 mg | 56% | |
| Iron | 18.9 mg | 105% | |
| Potassium | 2142 mg | 46% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
