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Healthy Breakfast Banana Cake (Flourless & Easy)

Start your day right with this incredibly simple and delicious flourless banana cake, packed with wholesome ingredients like oats and ripe bananas for a naturally sweet and satisfying breakfast treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American, Healthy
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cup rolled oats quick or old-fashioned
  • 3 medium ripe bananas mashed, about 1.5 cups
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk or any milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • Pinch salt
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips optional, dark chocolate recommended

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Blender or Food Processor
  • 9x9 inch baking dish
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x9 inch baking dish (or line with parchment paper for easy removal).
  2. In a blender or food processor, process the rolled oats until they resemble a fine flour. This should yield about 1.5 cups of oat flour. Set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas thoroughly with a fork or potato masher until smooth.
  4. Add the eggs, maple syrup, almond milk, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas. Whisk until well combined and the mixture is uniform.
  5. Add the ground oat flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt to the wet ingredients. Mix with a spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the cake tough.
  6. Gently fold in the chocolate chips, if using, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly with the spatula.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. The top should be golden brown.
  9. Let the cake cool in the dish on a wire rack for at least 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving. This allows it to set properly.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. This cake is delicious plain, or served with a dollop of Greek yogurt, a sprinkle of chopped nuts, or fresh berries. For a richer flavor, add 1/4 cup of chopped walnuts or pecans to the batter along with the chocolate chips.