Healthy | Paleo Option | Dairy-Free Option | Gluten-Free | Refined Sugar-Free
Get ready to fall in love with this healthy banana date brownie cake! It’s rich, moist, and fudgy, making it the perfect guilt-free treat that’s naturally sweetened with dates, free from refined sugar, and packed with nutrition.
These gluten-free brownie cake bars get their delicious natural sweetness and chewy texture from wholesome date paste, while almond flour adds a subtle nuttiness. Ripe bananas and a touch of cinnamon bring warmth and coziness, and cocoa powder makes it irresistibly chocolatey, all without any artificial ingredients.
The best part? This banana date brownie cake is packed with nutrients, healthy fats, and fibre, so you can enjoy every bite without guilt. Thanks to its balanced combination of natural carbohydrates, healthy fats, and protein from almond flour and eggs, it can also be a great post-workout snack to help with energy recovery. It is perfect for a gluten-free breakfast, afternoon tea, or a nutritious dessert whenever you need a sweet pick-me-up.
Want to make it even more indulgent? Try serving it with a drizzle of Creamy Peanut Butter Dessert Sauce. The smooth, nutty flavour pairs beautifully with the chocolatey richness of the cake, turning each bite into a truly delightful experience.
This easy gluten-free banana date brownie cake comes together with just a few simple ingredients, so why not give it a try today? You deserve a little healthy indulgence.
Ingredients Needed to Make This Healthy Banana Date Brownie Cake
- Almond Flour
- Ripe Bananas
- Egg
- Egg Yolk
- Cocoa Powder
- Cinnamon
- Vanilla Extract
- Date Paste
- Baking Powder
- Baking Soda
- Melted Unsalted Butter, or coconut oil for a dairy-free and paleo option
Why You’ll Love This Banana Date Brownie Cake
- Healthy
- Nutrient-Packed
- Low in Carbohydrates
- Gluten-Free
- Refined Sugar-Free
- Paleo Option, use coconut oil or ghee instead of butter
- Made with Cocoa Powder, for a rich chocolate flavour
- Moist and Fudgy
- Naturally Sweetened with Date Paste
- Made with Almond Flour
- Nutty and Delicious
- Dairy-Free Option, use coconut oil
- Easy to Make with Simple Ingredients
- Perfect for Breakfast, Snacks, or Dessert
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Is This Healthy Banana Date Brownie Cake a Good Pre or Post-Workout Snack?
Yes, totally! Whether you’re fuelling up before exercise or needing something to recharge after, this healthy brownie cake is a great option. Here’s why:
- Naturally sweetened with dates and bananas: gives you quick energy without the sugar crash
- Almond flour and eggs add protein: supports muscle repair and keeps you satisfied
- Healthy fats from almond flour and egg yolk: provide lasting energy and fullness
- Refined sugar-free: helps maintain stable blood sugar levels
- Gluten-free and paleo-friendly: gentle on digestion, perfect before or after workouts
- Soft, fudgy texture: easy to eat and satisfying without being heavy
Top it with a little peanut butter, have it with a coffee, or pack it in your gym bag. It’s the perfect balance of nourishment and indulgence.
How to Adapt These Healthy Gluten-Free Banana Date Brownie Cake to Your Diet:
Whether you’re following a specific diet or just looking to make a few tweaks, these delicious Gluten-Free
Banana Date Brownie Cakes can be easily adapted to fit your needs:
- For Paleo Diet: Replace the butter with coconut oil or ghee and use a Paleo-approved baking powder.
- For Dairy-Free: Replace the butter with ghee or coconut oil.
Banana Date Brownie Cake | Healthy, Gluten-Free & Refined Sugar-Free
Ingredients
- 2 cups almond Flour
- 2 ripe Bananas, Mashed
- 1 egg
- 1 egg Yolk
- ⅓ cup cocoa Powder
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla Extract
- 1 teaspoon baking Powder
- ½ teaspoon baking Soda
- ⅓ cup melted Unsalted Butter, or Melted Coconut Oil (for Paleo and dairy-free)
- 6-8 dates
- 3 tablespoon boiling Water
Instructions
- Prepare the Date Paste: Remove the seeds from the dates and place the dates in a small bowl. Pour 3 tablespoons of boiling water over the dates. Use a fork to push the dates down into the water to ensure they are fully submerged. Cover the bowl and let it sit for 5 minutes to soften.
- Mix the Date Paste: After 5 minutes, use a fork to mix the dates and water together until you achieve a thick paste. It doesn’t need to be perfectly smooth, as it will blend with the batter.
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) or 160°C (320°F) if using a fan-forced oven.
- Prepare the Pan: Grease an 20x20cm (8x8 inch) baking pan and line it with parchment paper.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, mash the bananas. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the egg and egg yolk, then add them to the mashed bananas. Stir in the vanilla extract, melted butter or ghee (make sure it's cooled), and date paste. Mix with a mixer until well combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, sift together the almond flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and cinnamon. Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until well combined using a spoon or spatula.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan. Optionally, sprinkle a little extra cocoa powder over the top. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the centre comes out clean.
- Cool and Slice:Allow the cake to cool, then cut it into 9-12 bars.
- Serve: Serve your cake bars with a drizzle of Creamy Peanut Butter Dessert Sauce for an extra touch of indulgence!
Notes
Serving Size: This recipe makes 9-12 cake bars, depending on how big you cut them and your appetite and preference.
