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Healthy Whole Wheat Banana Cake with Creamy Greek Yogurt Chocolate Frosting

This Healthy Whole Wheat Banana Cake is a guilt-free indulgence! Moist, flavorful, and topped with a creamy chocolate frosting, it’s a must-try!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake:
  • 1/2 cup coconut oil melted
  • 1/2 cup dark brown sugar packed
  • 2 large eggs at room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups whole-wheat flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup 2% vanilla bean Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
  • 3 large very ripe bananas smashed
For the Frosting:
  • 1/2 cup 2% vanilla bean Greek yogurt
  • 4 ounces cream cheese very soft
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract for frosting
  • 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar sifted
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder sifted
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon for frosting

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • 9-inch Round Cake Pans
  • Cooling rack
  • Electric mixer

Method
 

Instructions:
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans or line them with parchment paper for easy removal.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the melted coconut oil, dark brown sugar, and eggs. Whisk until smooth. Add vanilla extract and mix until combined.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. Mix until just combined; do not overmix.
  5. Fold in the smashed bananas, Greek yogurt, and almond milk until incorporated. The batter will be thick and slightly lumpy.
  6. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
  7. In a mixing bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, Greek yogurt, and vanilla extract until smooth. Gradually add the sifted confectioners' sugar, cocoa powder, and cinnamon. Mix until creamy.
  8. Once the cakes are cooled, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread frosting on top, place the second layer, and frost the top and sides.

Notes

  • Use very ripe bananas for the best flavor.
  • Don't skip the cinnamon; it enhances the flavor.
  • Let the cakes cool completely before frosting.
  • This cake pairs well with tea or coffee.