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Healthy chocolate banana cake

Deliciously Guilt-Free Healthy Chocolate Banana Cake

This Healthy Chocolate Banana Cake is a guilt-free indulgence with one-third less sugar, fitting perfectly into various dietary preferences.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Gluten-Free, Vegan
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 cup Flour spelt, white, oat, or gluten-free flour
  • 1/3 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder or Dutch cocoa for richer taste
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda leavening agent
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt enhances flavor
  • 1 cup Water for hydration
  • 1/2 cup Sugar coconut sugar or xylitol for sugar-free option
  • 2 medium Mashed Banana for natural sweetness
  • 1/4 cup Coconut Oil or Almond Butter substitute with more banana for oil-free
  • 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract for flavor enhancement
  • 1/2 cup Mini Chocolate Chips optional; use vegan for dairy-free

Equipment

  • 8-inch square baking pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8-inch square baking pan by greasing it with coconut oil or lining it with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
  3. Add the water, sugar, mashed banana, coconut oil (or almond butter), and vanilla extract to the dry mixture. Mix until just combined.
  4. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and sprinkle mini chocolate chips on top if desired.
  5. Bake for about 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  6. Let the cake cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 5mg

Notes

For the best flavor and texture, allow the cake to rest overnight. Avoid overmixing to keep the cake light and fluffy.

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