Sugar-Free Quinoa Cake

Indulge guilt-free with this wholesome and moist Sugar-Free Quinoa Cake, a nutrient-packed dessert that’s perfect for health-conscious bakers! Made with cooked quinoa as its base, this gluten-free cake is naturally sweetened with ripe bananas and unsweetened applesauce, offering a tender texture and subtle sweetness without any refined sugar. A touch of cinnamon and nutmeg adds cozy, warming flavors, while optional chopped walnuts provide a delightful crunch. This easy-to-make treat is rich in protein, low in sugar, and completely satisfying, making it a perfect alternative for those looking to enjoy dessert while staying mindful of their diet. Serve it plain or pair with fresh fruit or sugar-free whipped cream for an irresistible, clean-eating dessert that’s guaranteed to please.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 200 grams quinoa
• 500 milliliters water
• 240 milliliters unsweetened applesauce
• 2 large banana, mashed
• 3 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 120 milliliters almond milk
• 60 milliliters coconut oil, melted
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 tablespoon stevia or erythritol
• 50 grams chopped walnuts (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the quinoa thoroughly under cold water to remove any bitterness. In a medium saucepan, bring 500 ml of water to a boil, add the quinoa, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until all the water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let it cool.

Step 2

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

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs until light and frothy. Add the unsweetened applesauce, mashed bananas, vanilla extract, almond milk, and melted coconut oil. Mix well until all the wet ingredients are combined.

Step 4

In another bowl, combine the cooled quinoa, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and stevia or erythritol. Stir to mix the dry ingredients evenly.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, folding gently until well incorporated. Avoid overmixing.

Step 6

If using, fold in the chopped walnuts gently into the cake batter.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 9

Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Serve the sugar-free quinoa cake plain or with a dollop of sugar-free whipped cream or fresh fruit.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1606.9 grams (1606.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2091

Total Fat 123.70g	159%
Saturated Fat 58.30g	292%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.40g
Cholesterol 558mg	186%
Sodium 5374mg	234%
Total Carbohydrate 206.00g	75%
Dietary Fiber 14.00g	50%
Total Sugars 63.60g
Protein 56.70g	113%

Vitamin D 163IU	813%
Calcium 418mg	32%
Iron 11mg	63%
Potassium 1646mg	35%

*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: 51.4%

Protein: 10.5%

Carbs: 38.1%