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Vegan Banana Cake

Deliciously Moist Vegan Banana Cake You’ll Crave Again!

A delightful Vegan Banana Cake that is moist, delicious, and guilt-free, perfect for a sweet escape.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 235
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups plain flour substitute with gluten-free flour blend if needed
  • 1.5 teaspoons baking powder do not substitute
  • 0.5 teaspoon bicarbonate of soda (baking soda) do not substitute
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon adjust to taste
  • 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg can be omitted
  • 1 teaspoon salt essential ingredient
  • 3-4 medium overripe bananas substitute with applesauce for a different flavor
  • 0.33 cup canola oil other neutral oils can be substituted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract consider using almond extract for variation
  • 0.5 cup white sugar adjust to taste
  • 0.5 cup brown sugar adjust to taste
  • 1 cup dairy-free milk like oat or soy; choose any plant-based milk
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar lemon juice can be used as an alternative
For the Buttercream
  • 0.5 cup dairy-free butter ensure it's softened
  • 3-4 cups icing sugar sift before using
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon adjust to taste
  • 1-2 tablespoons dairy-free milk to achieve desired frosting consistency

Equipment

  • oven
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • cake pans
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and prepare two 7-inch round cake pans with grease and parchment paper.
  2. Combine 1 cup of dairy-free milk with 1 tablespoon of white vinegar and let sit to create vegan buttermilk.
  3. Whisk together the dry ingredients: plain flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  4. Mash 3-4 overripe bananas in a large bowl until smooth with a few lumps left for texture.
  5. Mix in the canola oil, vanilla extract, white sugar, and brown sugar with the mashed bananas until fully incorporated.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients and vegan buttermilk to the banana mixture until just combined.
  7. Divide batter evenly between the prepared pans and bake for 30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Allow the cake layers to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Prepare the cinnamon buttercream and frost the cooled cake layers generously.
  10. Serve and enjoy your delicious Vegan Banana Cake!

Notes

Ensure bananas are very ripe and avoid overmixing for the best texture.