In this delicious banana apple cake recipe, you will learn how to bake a super easy and irresistible treat. This cake turns out incredibly moist and aromatic. Plus, it is a fiber-rich option that is sure to be a hit with your family. The process is simple: just mix the dry ingredients, blend the wet ingredients, combine everything, and bake. The result is a perfect, wonderful cake that will earn you plenty of compliments. Let’s get started!
Ingredients for your banana apple cake:
- 1 ½ cups oat flour
- ¾ cup cornstarch
- ¼ cup rice flour
- 1 cup mashed bananas
- 1 cup chopped apples
- 3 eggs
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 pinch nutmeg
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar (optional)
- 1 tbsp baking powder
How to make the banana apple cake:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and grease a 9-inch (approx. 23 cm) cake pan.
- In a bowl, mix the oat flour, cornstarch, and rice flour.
- In a blender, process the eggs, vegetable oil, mashed bananas, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon zest, salt, lemon juice, and apple cider vinegar (if using).
- Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients and stir until you have a smooth, uniform batter.
- Fold in the chopped apples and the baking powder. Stir gently to incorporate.
- Transfer the batter to the prepared pan and bake for approximately 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan before removing it.
- Slice and enjoy!
Pro Tip:
For an extra burst of flavor, try adding a handful of raisins into the batter. They pair beautifully with the cinnamon and fruit!
Kitchen Hack:
Did you know that freezing overripe bananas is the best way to save them? Just peel the ripe bananas and store them in an airtight freezer bag or container. Freezing them makes them even sweeter and gives them a creamy texture—perfect for cakes, smoothies, and other desserts.
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