Healthy Banana Cake with Yogurt Frosting – Moist, Light & Guilt-Free

 

Healthy Banana Cake with Yogurt Frosting – Moist, Light & Guilt-Free 🍌🍰✨

Healthy Banana Cake with Yogurt Frosting – Moist, Light & Guilt-Free

Introduction

If you love banana cake but want a lighter, healthier version, this Healthy Banana Cake with Yogurt Frosting is the perfect recipe. Made with ripe bananas, whole wheat flour, and honey, it’s naturally sweetened and incredibly moist. Instead of heavy buttercream, we use a refreshing Greek yogurt frosting that’s creamy, tangy, and protein-packed.

This cake is a guilt-free dessert that’s perfect for birthdays, family gatherings, or simply as a healthier treat any day of the week.


Ingredients for Healthy Banana Cake

(Makes one 9-inch round cake)

Dry Ingredients:

  • 1 ½ cups whole wheat flour (or spelt flour)

  • 1 tsp baking powder

  • ½ tsp baking soda

  • ½ tsp cinnamon

  • ¼ tsp salt

Wet Ingredients:

  • 3 ripe bananas (mashed)

  • 2 large eggs (room temperature)

  • ½ cup honey or pure maple syrup

  • ½ cup Greek yogurt (unsweetened)

  • ⅓ cup coconut oil (or olive oil)

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract




Ingredients for Yogurt Frosting

  • 1 cup Greek yogurt (strained, thick)

  • 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • Optional: 1 tbsp cream cheese (for extra creaminess)


Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Preheat Oven

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9-inch cake pan.

Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients

Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.

Step 3: Prepare Wet Mixture

Mash bananas in a bowl. Whisk in eggs, honey, Greek yogurt, oil, and vanilla extract.

Step 4: Combine

Add dry mixture into the wet mixture. Stir until just combined (don’t overmix).

Step 5: Bake

Pour batter into prepared pan. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely.

Step 6: Make Frosting

Whisk Greek yogurt, honey, and vanilla until smooth and creamy. If using cream cheese, blend until well combined.

Step 7: Assemble

Spread yogurt frosting evenly over the cooled banana cake. Decorate with banana slices, walnuts, or shredded coconut.


Tips for Success

  • Use very ripe bananas for maximum sweetness.

  • Strain Greek yogurt overnight for thicker frosting.

  • Chill the frosted cake before serving for best texture.

  • Add chopped walnuts into the batter for crunch.


Serving Suggestions

  • Decorate with banana slices and a drizzle of honey.

  • Top with crushed walnuts or pecans.

  • Pair with a hot cup of coffee or tea.


Storage Tips

  • Refrigerator: Store frosted cake in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

  • Freezer: Freeze unfrosted cake slices for up to 1 month. Thaw and frost before serving.


Final Thoughts

The Healthy Banana Cake with Yogurt Frosting is a wholesome yet indulgent dessert that combines natural sweetness with creamy, tangy frosting. Light, fluffy, and full of banana flavor, it’s perfect for birthdays, family desserts, or anytime you want a healthy treat that still feels special.



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