If you’re looking for a delightful treat to brighten your day, the Banana Cinnamon Snacking Cake is the perfect addition to your baking repertoire. With its moist texture and warm cinnamon flavor, it’s an ideal snack cake that pairs beautifully with a cup of coffee or tea.
When it comes to ingredients, feel free to get creative. For instance, if you’re short on yogurt, sour cream can be a handy substitute. If you’re looking to lower the sugar, using a sugar substitute might do the trick, and ripe bananas are key—not only for sweetness but also for moisture. Always check for allergies, especially with eggs and dairy. Quality ingredients will yield the best flavor in the cake.
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Banana Cinnamon Snacking Cake Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup plain nonfat yogurt
- 1 cup ripe banana, mashed
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and spray a 9-inch square baking pan with non-stick spray.
- In a large bowl, combine the 1 1/2 cups flour, 1/2 cup sugar, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
- In another bowl, mix together 1 cup plain nonfat yogurt, 1 cup mashed ripe banana, 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, 1 egg, and 1 teaspoon vanilla until smooth.
- Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are perfectly fine.
- Transfer the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it out evenly.
- Bake for about 20 minutes, until the top is light brown and the edges start to pull away from the sides of the pan.
- Once baked, loosen the sides of the cake with a knife, let it cool for a bit, then remove it from the pan.
- Finally, dust the cooled cake generously with powdered sugar.
Part of our Homemade Cake Recipes collection — Part 1 of 6:
If you’re a fan of banana-infused desserts, consider trying the Banana Layer Cake (Low Calorie). It’s a fantastic way to enjoy layers of moist banana goodness paired with a light frosting, making it a delightful option for any occasion.