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    Home » Sweets

    Gluten-Free Banana Cake (Refined Sugar-Free, Dairy-Free)

    Published: Jul 1, 2016 · Modified: Mar 30, 2021 by Kristen Wood

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    This Gluten-Free Banana Cake is super healthy, simple, delicious and free of refined sugar! Dairy-free, too!

     This Gluten-Free Banana Cake is super healthy, simple, delicious and free of refined sugar! #glutenfreebananacake #healthycake #glutenfreebaking #refinedsugarfree #cake #glutenfree
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    I threw this delightful little cake together in celebration of my little one turning 18 months old.

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     This Gluten-Free Banana Cake is super healthy, simple, delicious and free of refined sugar! #glutenfreebananacake #healthycake #glutenfreebaking #refinedsugarfree #cake #glutenfree
     This Gluten-Free Banana Cake is super healthy, simple, delicious and free of refined sugar! #glutenfreebananacake #healthycake #glutenfreebaking #refinedsugarfree #cake #glutenfree

    I wanted something without refined sugar, relatively healthy, and with one of his favorite flavors (banana!).

     This Gluten-Free Banana Cake is super healthy, simple, delicious and free of refined sugar! #glutenfreebananacake #healthycake #glutenfreebaking #refinedsugarfree #cake #glutenfree

    I was incredibly happy with how it turned out! Moist, fluffy, and with an almost sponge-like texture. The flavor has just the right amount of banana, a slight touch of cinnamon, and only a subtle bit of sweetness. It is perfect!

     This Gluten-Free Banana Cake is super healthy, simple, delicious and free of refined sugar! #glutenfreebananacake #healthycake #glutenfreebaking #refinedsugarfree #cake #glutenfree

    Being that it is not overpoweringly sweet, we ate the leftovers for breakfast. It is ridiculously good! (And, so very easy to make!)

     This Gluten-Free Banana Cake is super healthy, simple, delicious and free of refined sugar! #glutenfreebananacake #healthycake #glutenfreebaking #refinedsugarfree #cake #glutenfree

    A decadent, yet guilt-free treat . . .

    If you are looking for a healthy dessert or a slightly sweet breakfast option, with only simple wholesome ingredients -- this will not disappoint!

     This Gluten-Free Banana Cake is super healthy, simple, delicious and free of refined sugar! #glutenfreebananacake #healthycake #glutenfreebaking #refinedsugarfree #cake #glutenfree

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    Flours

    I do not recommend replacing almond flour, but the tapioca flour can be replaced with any starch of choice (arrowroot, potato, etc.).

    Vegan or Egg-Free Option

    You can replace the eggs with 3 flax or chia eggs. Use one 3 tablespoons of ground flaxseed or chia seeds and 1/2 cup water to replace the eggs.

     This Gluten-Free Banana Cake is super healthy, simple, delicious and free of refined sugar! #glutenfreebananacake #healthycake #glutenfreebaking #refinedsugarfree #cake #glutenfree

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     This Gluten-Free Banana Cake is super healthy, simple, delicious and free of refined sugar! #glutenfreebananacake #healthycake #glutenfreebaking #refinedsugarfree #cake #glutenfree

    If you try this recipe please let me know! Leave a comment, rate it, share this post, use Pinterest's "tried it" feature, or take a photo, & tag me on Instagram and I'll share it! Thank you so much! <3

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    Gluten-Free Banana Cake

    This Gluten-Free Banana Cake is super healthy, simple, delicious and free of refined sugar!
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    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: Gluten-Free
    Diet: Gluten Free, Vegetarian
    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Cook Time: 40 minutes
    Servings: 10
    Author: Kristen Wood

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup almond flour
    • 3/4 cup tapioca starch
    • 1 tsp baking powder
    • 1/2 tsp salt
    • 1/2 tsp cinnamon ground
    • 3 eggs beaten
    • 4 tablespoons coconut oil melted
    • 3 ripe bananas mashed
    • 3 tablespoons maple syrup
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    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 350°F. Line an 8" cake pan with parchment paper, set aside.
    • In a large mixing bowl, sift dry ingredients together.
    • In another bowl, whisk wet ingredients together until smooth.
    • Combine wet & dry ingredients, stirring until just mixed. Let sit for 10 minutes.
    • Pour cake batter into your parchment lined cake pan.
    • Bake for 40 minutes, or until firm and golden.
    • Let cool before slicing.
    • Enjoy!

    Notes

    *Optionally, thinly slice a banana and use as a topping for your cake (as shown)!
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    Nutrition

    Serving: 1slice | Calories: 209kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 49mg | Sodium: 178mg | Potassium: 161mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 94IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 64mg | Iron: 1mg

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