Baked Date and Banana Snack Cake
This Date and Banana Healthy Snack Cake combines nutritious ingredients into a deliciously moist and flavourful cake. It's an excellent example of a treat that satisfies the sweet tooth while contributing beneficial nutrients.
- Suitable for diets:
- Dairy-Free
- High-Fiber
- Vegetarian
Why Diabetes Friendly?
- Natural Sweeteners: The cake uses dates and bananas for natural sweetness, reducing the need for refined sugars. Maple syrup is also a more natural sweetener, which, in moderation, can be part of a diabetes-friendly diet.
- Whole Grains and Nut Flour: Kamut flour and almond meal provide fiber and nutrients. Almond meal, in particular, adds healthy fats and protein, which can help with blood sugar management.
- Healthy Fats: Virgin coconut oil is used, which is a better alternative to partially hydrogenated oils that contain trans fats.
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Ingredients
- dates (pitted) 8-10
- banana (ripe ) 2
- maple syrup 1/3 cup
- coconut oil (melted or extra light olive oil) ¼ cup
- lemon juice 2 tbsp
- vanilla extract 1 tsp
- kamut flour 1 cup
- almond flour 1 cup
- tapioca flour ¼ cup
- baking powder 1 tbsp
- baking soda 1 tsp
- cinnamon ½ tsp
- salt ½ tsp
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Cooking Tips
- Flour Substitutions: If you're looking for a gluten-free option, ensure that the kamut flour and almond meal are replaced with gluten-free alternatives like oat flour or a gluten-free all-purpose blend.
- Banana and Date Mixture: Keeping the banana and date mixture slightly chunky adds texture to the cake, enhancing the eating experience.
- Baking Time: Oven temperatures can vary, so start checking the cake a few minutes before the recommended baking time to avoid overcooking.
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Instructions
- In a small bowl, soak the dates in boiling water while you get the rest of the ingredients organized.8-10 dates
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Grease an 8-by-8 inch square pan. Line it with parchment paper up two opposite sides.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flours, baking powder, soda, cinnamon and salt.1 cup kamut flour, 1 cup almond flour, ¼ cup tapioca flour, 1 tbsp baking powder, 1 tsp baking soda, ½ tsp cinnamon, ½ tsp salt
- Drain the dates but don’t squeeze them out. Add the bananas to the dates and mash together but leave a little chunky. Add maple syrup, oil, lemon juice and vanilla, and mix.2 banana, 1/3 cup maple syrup, ¼ cup coconut oil, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients. Fold together using a spatula BUT do not over-mix (it’s ok to see a few dry spots of flour). The mixture will be very thick.
- Pour into prepared pan and spread gently to even out.
- Bake for 30 minutes or until toothpick inserted in the center of the cake comes out clean.
- Cool on a rack, flip over to remove from pan, remove parchment and slice into squares.
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FAQ
Can I use another type of flour instead of kamut flour? Yes, you can substitute kamut flour with whole wheat flour, spelt flour, or any gluten-free flour blend if you're avoiding gluten.
Is this cake freezer-friendly? Absolutely. Wrap the cooled cake slices individually in plastic wrap and freeze. Thaw at room temperature or in the microwave when ready to enjoy.
Can I make this cake vegan? This recipe is almost vegan; to fully convert it, ensure the maple syrup is vegan. Some vegans may avoid certain maple syrups due to processing methods.
How long does this cake stay fresh? The cake will stay fresh for up to 3 days at room temperature when stored in an airtight container. In the fridge, it can last up to a week.
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Nutrition
Per serving
Calories: 92.4kcal
Carbohydrates: 12.4g
Fiber: 1.5g
Sugar: 5.4g
Fat: 4.6g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat:
Protein: 1.7g
Nutrition Facts
Baked Date and Banana Snack Cake
Amount per Serving
Calories
92.4
% Daily Value*
Fat
4.6
g
7
%
Saturated Fat
2
g
13
%
Sodium
142.5
mg
6
%
Potassium
60.1
mg
2
%
Carbohydrates
12.4
g
4
%
Fiber
1.5
g
6
%
Sugar
5.4
g
6
%
Protein
1.7
g
3
%
Vitamin C
1.3
mg
2
%
Calcium
51.9
mg
5
%
Iron
0.7
mg
4
%
Magnesium
4.7
mg
1
%
Zinc
0.1
mg
1
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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