Vegan Banana Cake Recipe

Ingredients:

For the Cake:
  • 3 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil (or melted coconut oil)
  • ONE teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
For the Vegan Cream Cheese Frosting:
  • 1/2 cup vegan butter, softened
  • 8 oz (1 cup) vegan cream cheese, softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

For the Cake:
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×9-inch (23×23 cm) square baking pan or a similar-sized cake pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed ripe bananas, unsweetened applesauce, vegetable oil, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix well until the ingredients are thoroughly combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg (if using).
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are fine.
  5. Pour the cake batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  7. Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
For the Vegan Cream Cheese Frosting:
  1. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened vegan butter and vegan cream cheese together until creamy and well combined.
  2. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, continuing to beat until the frosting is smooth and fluffy.
Assembly:
  1. Once the cake has completely cooled, spread the Vegan Cream Cheese Frosting evenly over the top.
  2. Slice, serve, and enjoy your Vegan Banana Cake!
Nutrition Facts:

(assuming 1/12th of the cake with frosting):

  • Calories: 410
  • Total Fat: 17g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg
  • Sodium: 340mg
  • Total Carbohydrate: 63g
  • Dietary Fiber: 1g
  • Total Sugars: 45g
  • Protein: 2g

Vegan Banana Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting: A Delightful Dessert Treat

Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Vegan Banana Cake topped with luscious Cream Cheese Frosting. Moist, tender, and bursting with banana goodness, this cake is sure to become a favorite for vegans and non-vegans alike. Follow this simple recipe to create a decadent dessert that will impress any crowd.

Ingredients:

For the Cake:

  • 3 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil (or melted coconut oil)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)

For the Vegan Cream Cheese Frosting:

  • 1/2 cup vegan butter, softened
  • 8 oz (1 cup) vegan cream cheese, softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

For the Cake:

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×9-inch (23×23 cm) square baking pan or a similar-sized cake pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed ripe bananas, unsweetened applesauce, vegetable oil, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix well until the ingredients are thoroughly combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg (if using).
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are fine.
  5. Pour the cake batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  7. Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

For the Vegan Cream Cheese Frosting:

  1. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened vegan butter and vegan cream cheese together until creamy and well combined.
  2. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, continuing to beat until the frosting is smooth and fluffy.

Assembly:

  1. Once the cake has completely cooled, spread the Vegan Cream Cheese Frosting evenly over the top.
  2. Slice, serve, and enjoy your Vegan Banana Cake!

Nutrition Facts: (assuming 1/12th of the cake with frosting):

  • Calories: 410
  • Total Fat: 17g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg
  • Sodium: 340mg
  • Total Carbohydrate: 63g
  • Dietary Fiber: 1g
  • Total Sugars: 45g
  • Protein: 2g

Indulge in the irresistible charm of this Vegan Banana Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting. Whether enjoyed as a dessert for special occasions or as a sweet treat any day of the week, this cake promises to delight your taste buds and leave you craving more. Enjoy the moistness of the banana-infused cake and the creamy decadence of the frosting with every delicious bite.