Healthy Unique Birthday Cake
A lighter, nourishing twist on birthday cakes—made with wholesome flours, natural sweeteners, and fresh fruit for joyful celebrations without compromise.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowls
- Whisk
- Cake Pan
- Parchment Paper
- Wire Rack
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups almond flour
- 1 cup oat flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 2 pcs ripe bananas mashed
- 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
- 2 pcs eggs
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or dairy-free yogurt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder optional
- fresh berries or sliced fruit for topping
- coconut cream or whipped Greek yogurt for frosting
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a cake pan with olive oil or coconut oil and line with parchment.
- In a bowl, combine almond flour, oat flour, and baking soda.
- Whisk mashed bananas with honey or maple syrup until smooth.
- Add vanilla extract, cinnamon, and cocoa powder if using.
- Blend in eggs and Greek yogurt (or dairy-free yogurt) until creamy.
- Pour batter into prepared pan and bake 25–30 minutes, until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool completely. Frost with coconut cream or whipped yogurt and top with fresh fruit.
Notes
Variations: Add grated carrots or zucchini for moisture, drizzle melted dark chocolate instead of frosting, or bake into muffins for personal-sized cakes. For vegan, replace eggs with flax eggs and yogurt with a plant-based option.