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vegetarian banana cake

Vegetarian Banana Cake

This moist and flavorful vegetarian banana cake is a perfect way to use up overripe bananas while baking a delicious, eggless treat. It’s an easy, one-bowl recipe that’s great for beginners and experienced bakers alike.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 10 people
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: vegan, Vegetarian
Calories: 301
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • Main Ingredients:
  • 3 large ripe bananas approx. 1 1/2 cups, mashed
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3 tablespoons ground flaxseeds
  • 2 cups unsweetened soy milk
  • 3/4 cup vegan butter melted
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • Optional Mix-Ins:
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
  • 1/4 cup non-dairy chocolate chips
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Handful of dried fruit

Equipment

  • 1 Large mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Whisk or electric mixer
  • 9-inch round or square cake pan
  • Wire rack
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Preheat & Prepare: Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a 9-inch cake pan.
  2. Mash Bananas: In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
  3. Mix Wet Ingredients: Add melted vegan butter, unsweetened soy milk, and ground flaxseeds. Stir well.
  4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar.
  5. Mix the Batter: Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Add Mix-Ins (Optional): Fold in walnuts, chocolate chips, cinnamon, or dried fruit for added flavor.
  7. Bake: Pour batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Cool & Serve: Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and enjoy!