Banana and Oatmeal Cake: Perfect Light Treat After the Holidays
The Banana and Oatmeal Cake is a soft and light dessert, ideal for post-holiday indulgence. Rich in fiber and taste, with the addition of chocolate chips, it’s perfect as a healthy breakfast or energy snack. Without butter and with little sugar, it’s a guilt-free indulgence.
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- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Inexpensive
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Portions: 6/8
- Cooking methods: Oven
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All seasons
Ingredients
- 3 bananas
- 2/3 cup sugar
- 1 cup oatmeal
- 3 1/2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 eggs
- 1/3 cup potato starch
- 1 packet baking powder
- chocolate chips (Or nuts)
Tools
Large bowl
Fork or banana masher
Spoon or spatula
Baking pan (diameter 8–9 inches)
Parchment paper
Steps
For the preparation of the Banana and Oatmeal Cake: perfect light treat after the holidays watch the video HERE.
Mash the bananas with a fork until smooth. Add the eggs, a pinch of salt, vanilla, oil, and sugar. Mix well until you get a homogeneous mixture.
Add the dry ingredients. Incorporate the oatmeal, sifted potato starch, and baking powder. Finally, add the chocolate chips and mix gently.
Line the pan with parchment paper and pour in the mixture. Level the surface with a spatula. Bake at 350°F for about 40 minutes. Check the cooking with a toothpick: it should come out clean. Let it cool before removing from the pan.
Line the pan with parchment paper and pour in the mixture. Level the surface with a spatula. Bake at 350°F for about 40 minutes. Check the cooking with a toothpick: it should come out clean. Let it cool before removing from the pan.
Storage & Tips:
❄️ Storage
The cake can be stored for 2–3 days at room temperature in an airtight container.
It can also be sliced and frozen for future snacks.
💡 Tips
For an even lighter version, you can omit the chocolate chips or replace them with chopped nuts.
Bananas should be very ripe to provide natural sweetness.
You can add a bit of cinnamon or lemon zest for flavor.
FAQ (Questions and Answers)
Is the cake suitable for a light diet?
Yes, this cake is made without butter and with little sugar, perfect for a light breakfast or snack after the holidays.
Can it be made without chocolate chips?Absolutely! You can omit them or replace them with chopped nuts like walnuts or almonds.
How long does it keep?
The cake remains soft for 2–3 days at room temperature in an airtight container. It can also be frozen in slices.
Can I use regular flour instead of starch?
Yes, you can replace the starch with 1/3 cup of spelt or whole wheat flour, but the texture will be slightly denser.
Is it possible to add other flavors?
Yes, cinnamon, lemon, or orange zest pair wonderfully with bananas and oats.
