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Blueberry Banana Cake

Fluffy Blueberry Banana Cake You’ll Crave All Day

Enjoy this Easy & Fluffy Blueberry Banana Cake, which combines ripe bananas and tangy blueberries in a hassle-free one-bowl recipe.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour substitute gluten-free flour for gluten-free
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup sugar can substitute with maple syrup
  • 1/2 cup coconut oil substitute with unsweetened applesauce for lower fat
  • 1 cup mashed banana
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar can substitute with lemon juice
  • 1 cup dairy-free milk use almond, soy, or oat milk
  • 1 cup blueberries fresh or frozen
For the Topping
  • 1 small banana sliced; optional

Equipment

  • 9-inch round cake pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9-inch round cake pan with parchment paper or non-stick spray.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar until combined.
  3. Create a well in the center and add melted coconut oil, mashed banana, vanilla extract, apple cider vinegar, and dairy-free milk. Mix until just combined.
  4. Gently fold in ½ cup of blueberries into the batter.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth it out. Arrange sliced banana and remaining blueberries on top.
  6. Bake for 45-55 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
  7. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 140mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Always spoon flour into your measuring cup and level it off to avoid dense cake. Store uncovered at room temperature for up to 1 day.

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