Banana Cinnamon Snacking Cake

Elevate your baking game with this irresistibly moist and tender Banana Cinnamon Snacking Cake—an easy, one-bowl treat perfect for any time of day. Made with sweet ripe bananas, warm cinnamon spice, and a touch of tangy Greek yogurt, this crowd-pleasing dessert is loaded with rich, comforting flavors and a soft, fluffy texture. Ready in just 50 minutes, it’s ideal for satisfying your sweet tooth without the fuss. Whether you enjoy it plain, topped with a dusting of powdered sugar, or paired with your favorite coffee, this 9x9-inch cake is a delightful solution for weekday snacks, brunch, or a quick dessert. Optimize your baking experience with this quick and simple recipe that highlights pantry staples and big flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 3 large ripe bananas
• 115 grams unsalted butter, melted
• 150 grams granulated sugar
• 50 grams light brown sugar, packed
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 190 grams all-purpose flour
• 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 1.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 120 grams plain Greek yogurt

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and grease a 9x9-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth using a fork or potato masher.

Step 3

Add the melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar to the bananas. Whisk until well combined.

Step 4

Add the eggs and vanilla extract, and whisk again until fully incorporated.

Step 5

In a separate medium mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt.

Step 6

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently with a spatula until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 7

Fold in the Greek yogurt until the batter is smooth and uniform. Be careful not to overmix at this stage to maintain the cake's light texture.

Step 8

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 10

Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 15 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Step 11

Slice into squares and serve as is, or dust with powdered sugar for an extra touch.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1034.5 grams (1034.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2827

Total Fat 105.80g	136%
Saturated Fat 62.80g	314%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 623mg	208%
Sodium 1475mg	64%
Total Carbohydrate 445.60g	162%
Dietary Fiber 18.00g	64%
Total Sugars 250.30g
Protein 37.90g	76%

Vitamin D 82IU	410%
Calcium 209mg	16%
Iron 12mg	68%
Potassium 1926mg	41%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.0%

Protein: 5.3%

Carbs: 61.8%