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Almond flour banana cake, typically gluten-free style
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 slice (medium) of Banana almond flour cake (70 g) has 234 calories. That works out to 335 calories per 100 g. It contains 17.4 g of carbs, 5.7 g of protein, 16.2 g of fat and 3.9 g of fiber. Its 4.5 mg of Vitamin E covers 30% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 48 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 70 g
234
KCAL / 70G
Carbs
17.4g
· 6% DV
Protein
5.7g
· 11% DV
Fat
16.2g
· 21% DV
Fiber
3.9g
· 14% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 29% · Protein 10% · Fat 61%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 234 kcal | |
| Total fat | 16.2 g | 21% |
| Saturated fat | 2.87 g | 14% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 147 mg | 6% |
| Total carbohydrate | 17.4 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 3.9 g | 14% |
| Protein | 5.7 g | 11% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 slice (medium) | 70 g | 234 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 28 g | 94 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 40 g | 134 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 55 g | 184 kcal |
| ½ cup (diced) | 60 g | 201 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 90 g | 302 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 335 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 100 g | 335 kcal |
| 1 cup (diced) | 120 g | 402 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 140 g | 469 kcal |
Calculated from 335 calories per 100 g.
Banana almond flour cake is made by mixing mashed ripe bananas with eggs and almond flour, then baking the batter until set. Many recipes add baking powder for lift and cinnamon for flavor; let the cake cool before slicing so it holds together.
Most banana almond flour cake recipes benefit from baking powder because almond flour contains no gluten to help the batter rise. Without a leavening agent, the cake will usually be denser; follow the recipe’s amount rather than adding extra.
Use very ripe bananas for banana almond flour cake, ideally soft ones with brown spots on the peel. They mash easily and add more sweetness and moisture than firm, underripe bananas.
Yes, almond meal can usually replace almond flour in banana almond flour cake, but the crumb may be coarser. Almond meal is often made from less finely ground almonds, sometimes with their skins, so expect a more textured result.
Banana almond flour cake is naturally more compact than a wheat-flour cake because almond flour has no gluten. Too much mashed banana, overmixing, or expired baking powder can make it heavier still; measure the ingredients carefully and check that the leavening is fresh.
Yes, but replacing eggs in banana almond flour cake can make it more fragile because eggs help bind the almond flour. A commercial egg replacer or a tested flax-based substitute may work; use a recipe developed for egg-free baking for the best structure.
Store banana almond flour cake in a sealed container in the refrigerator, where its moist banana-based crumb keeps better than it would on the counter. Bring a slice to room temperature before serving, or warm it briefly if you prefer.
Yes, banana almond flour cake freezes well. Cool it completely, wrap individual slices tightly, and place them in a freezer-safe container; thaw a slice in the refrigerator or at room temperature when you want to serve it.
Yes, banana almond flour cake can be made without added sugar if the bananas are very ripe. The result will be less sweet than a version with honey or sugar, so taste the batter before baking and adjust the recipe if needed.
Banana almond flour cake is not automatically suitable for everyone with diabetes. Even without added sugar, it contains carbohydrates from banana and other ingredients, so the recipe and slice size matter; follow your individual meal plan.
Vitamins
Vitamin E
4.48mg · 30% DV
Biotin
4.34µg · 14% DV
B2
0.17mg · 13% DV
B5
0.43mg · 9% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.55mg · 24% DV
Copper
0.17mg · 19% DV
Phosphorus
130mg · 19% DV
Magnesium
62mg · 15% DV
Sodium
147mg · 6% DV
Potassium ⭐
200mg · 6% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Banana almond flour cake is a home-style cake made with ripe bananas and almond flour, often held together with eggs and leavened with baking powder. It is a popular choice in gluten-free-style baking, though recipes vary and the crumb is usually denser and moister than a wheat-flour cake.
Sweet banana gives it a mellow fruitiness, while almond flour adds a gently nutty flavour. Serve a slice with tea or coffee, for breakfast, or as an afternoon treat; fresh berries or plain yoghurt make easy accompaniments. It is relatively rich for a cake, with 23.1 g of fat per 100 g, so a modest slice can be satisfying. For a lighter serving, skip sugary icing and pair it with fruit.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
2.87g
MONOUNSATURATED
9.24g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.99g
Omega 6:3 ratio 189:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (189:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.