Ingredients
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup coconut oil, melted
- 1/4 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups ripe mashed bananas (about 3 medium bananas)
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- 1 heaping cup diced strawberries, fresh or frozen
- 1 cup confectioners’ sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened vanilla almond milk
- 1 tablespoon softened margarine
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch square baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, melted coconut oil, almond milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Add the mashed bananas and stir until fully combined.
- Add the flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix gently until just combined without overmixing.
- Fold in most of the diced strawberries, reserving a small amount for the top.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the surface evenly.
- Sprinkle the remaining strawberries over the top of the batter.
- Bake for approximately 40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for at least 30 minutes.
- To prepare the glaze, whisk together the confectioners’ sugar, almond milk, and softened margarine until smooth.
- Drizzle the glaze evenly over the cooled cake.
- Slice and serve.
Notes
- Frozen strawberries can be used after thawing and lightly draining excess liquid.
- Very ripe bananas create the best sweetness and moisture.
- Avoid overmixing the batter to keep the cake soft and fluffy.
- The glaze is optional but adds extra sweetness and moisture.
- Add cinnamon, nuts, or chocolate chips for extra flavor variations.
- This cake stays moist for several days when stored properly.
- Individual slices freeze well for quick desserts or snacks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg