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Eggless Banana Cake
Serves 4
60 mins
169 Kcal
Eggless Banana Cake is soft, moist, and just sweet enough. Made with ripe bananas, this cake has a tender crumb that feels indulgent without being too heavy. The bananas do all the heavy lifting here, acting as a natural sweetener and a binding agent, so you won't even miss the eggs. To make it, you'll mash those overripe bananas and mix them with flour, sugar, and a touch of vanilla or cinnamon for that cosy, aromatic finish. A splash of yoghurt or oil ensures the cake stays moist, while a quick bake in the oven transforms it into a golden-brown beauty. It's versatile, too, enjoy it plain, dusted with powdered sugar, or slathered in cream cheese frosting for extra indulgence. Perfect for breakfast, snack time, or dessert, this banana cake is a no-fail recipe you'll keep returning to. Comforting, easy, and utterly delicious. Let's try out this eggless banana cake recipe.
Ingredients required for Eggless Banana Cake
- 11/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 21/2 tsp baking powder
- 11/2 cup mashed banana
- 1/2 cup soft brown sugar
- 1/3 cup coconut oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
Cooking steps for Eggless Banana Cake
- 1Making the recipe of eggless banana cake is such a simple and rewarding process, and the result is always moist and full of flavour. It's perfect as a dessert or a snack!
- 2To get started, you'll need the following ingredients: 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder, 1 1/2 cups mashed bananas (about three ripe ones), 1/2 cup soft brown sugar (optional), ⅓ cup melted coconut oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, one teaspoon vanilla extract, two teaspoons cinnamon, and 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional).
- 3This combination gives the cake its soft texture, lovely aroma, and natural sweetness.
- 4First, preheat your oven to 350 F (175 C) and grease your cake pan with a bit of coconut oil or line it with parchment paper. This prevents sticking and makes it easy to remove the cake once baked.
- 5Sift the flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon in a large mixing bowl. Sifting ensures everything is evenly mixed and avoids lumps, giving you a smooth batter. If you're using brown sugar, you can add it to the dry ingredients at this stage. If you prefer a naturally sweet cake, you can skip the sugar entirely, it's still delicious.
- 6Next, mash the bananas in a separate bowl until smooth. The riper, the better! They'll be naturally sweeter and softer, which is key to making the cake moist and flavourful. You'll need about 1 1/2 cups of mashed banana.
- 7To the mashed bananas, add the vanilla extract and melted coconut oil. The oil adds richness and a subtle coconut flavour while keeping the cake wonderfully moist.
- 8Now it's time to combine everything. Make a well in the centre of the dry ingredients and pour in the banana mixture. Gently fold the wet and dry ingredients together using a spatula. Be careful not to overmix, this can make the cake dense.
- 9For some added crunch and flavour, fold in the chopped walnuts or pecans.
- 10Pour the batter into your prepared cake pan and smooth it out evenly. Pop it into the preheated oven and bake for 35–40 minutes. You'll know it's done when a toothpick inserted into the centre comes out clean. The top should be golden brown and firm to the touch. If it browns too quickly, cover it loosely with aluminium foil to prevent overbaking.
- 11Once done, let the cake cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. This eggless banana cake is delicious on its own, but you can dust it with powdered sugar or drizzle it with chocolate ganache for an extra treat.
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FAQs
What is unique about an eggless banana cake compared to a regular banana cake?
The eggless banana cake does not contain eggs and might be used for people with an egg allergy, vegans, or those with other specific diet restrictions. Eggs would typically be replaced with either yoghurt, buttermilk, or milk, providing moisture and structure within the cake. The ripened bananas also achieve a certain amount of binding. This leaves the result in a soft, moist cake with the natural sweetness of bananas, often slightly denser than their conventional banana cake equivalents but rich in flavour nonetheless.
Can I replace the bananas in an eggless banana cake recipe?
Although bananas are the star of an eggless banana cake, there are other alternatives you can use if you don't have ripe bananas: mashed applesauce, pears, or pumpkin puree.
Can an eggless banana cake be frosted?
Yes, this eggless banana cake can be frosted like any other cake. You have three choices: cream cheese frosting, chocolate ganache, and simple buttercream for frosting. The cream cheese frosting cuts the sweetness of the banana cake it is paired with. Chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans look pretty and add interesting texture to the top of the cake. Whether to be devoured plain or frosted, the eggless banana cake is just one delightful dessert!