Cake a Difference With Beta-Carotene Magic
Have you ever heard that cake is good for you? We are here to answer your question, by helping you bake a nutritious cake and enjoy the festive spirit. Loaded with the goodness of flavor-packed carrots and bananas and a host of other nutritious ingredients, add this to your festive dining table today.
Ingredients
- 3 mashed overripe bananas
- ½ shredded carrots
- ½ cup maple syrup
- ½ cup almond milk
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tsp Ceylon cinnamon powder
- 2 cups banana flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp baking powder
Add ons
- Raisins/walnuts/ pistachios/ shredded coconut/dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- Combine bananas, carrots, maple syrup, milk, and vanilla extract in a bowl.
- In a separate bowl, mix banana flour, cinnamon, baking soda, and baking powder.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients and fold in your add-ons, if any.
- Smooth into a prepared greased pan and bake for 35 to 40 minutes at 180 degrees until the surface is slightly brown. Poke a toothpick to see if it comes out clean. If it does, your cake is ready.
Power tips and variations
- You can also opt to use jackfruit flour or ragi/amaranth flour too.
- If carrots are unavailable, add puréed pumpkin or grated beetroot.
Notes
- Carrots contain falcarinol, a natural pesticide that protects its roots from fungal diseases.
- Beta-carotene, alpha-carotene, and lycopene that give the root vegetable its colors are vitamin A precursors which play a huge role in controlling inflammation and boosting your immune system.
- Almond milk is a rich source of vitamin E, riboflavin, niacin, folate, and minerals like manganese, magnesium, phosphorus, and copper.
- For more festive recipes download our Christmas Cookbook here.
Nutrition
Calories: 265kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3.2gFat: 14.5g
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