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A protein-rich cake made with banana, eggs, and protein powder, without grain flour.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 slice (medium) of Flourless banana protein cake (80 g) has 121 calories. That works out to 151 calories per 100 g. It contains 15.2 g of carbs, 9.2 g of protein, 2.6 g of fat and 1.6 g of fiber. Its 0.4 µg of B12 covers 17% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 50 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 80 g
121
KCAL / 80G
Carbs
15.2g
· 6% DV
Protein
9.2g
· 18% DV
Fat
2.6g
· 3% DV
Fiber
1.6g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 50% · Protein 30% · Fat 20%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 121 kcal | |
| Total fat | 2.6 g | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 0.88 g | 4% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 100 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 15.2 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% |
| Protein | 9.2 g | 18% |
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) | 80 g | 121 kcal |
| 1 ounce (medium) | 28.4 g | 43 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 45 g | 68 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 55 g | 83 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 90 g | 136 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 151 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 151 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 110 g | 166 kcal |
| 1 cup (diced) | 150 g | 227 kcal |
Calculated from 151 calories per 100 g.
Flourless banana protein cake is made by combining mashed bananas, eggs and protein powder, then baking the batter until set. Mash the bananas well, mix in the other ingredients without overbeating, and check the centre for doneness before taking the cake out.
Yes, you can leave out the protein powder, but flourless banana protein cake will have less protein and a different texture. The powder also absorbs moisture, so simply removing it may leave the batter too wet; use a recipe designed for a powder-free version.
Flourless banana protein cake can taste noticeably of protein powder if the powder has a strong flavour. Ripe bananas help balance it, and vanilla or cinnamon can complement the taste; a strongly flavoured powder will still affect the finished cake.
Flourless banana protein cake often turns dry when it is overbaked or made with too much protein powder. Plant-based powders can absorb more moisture than some whey powders, so begin checking the centre before the cake looks completely firm.
Yes, whey protein works in flourless banana protein cake. It may produce a softer texture than some plant-based powders, but different brands absorb liquid differently, so the batter may not behave exactly the same each time.
Use soft, ripe bananas with brown spots for flourless banana protein cake. They mash easily and bring more sweetness and banana flavour than firm, under-ripe fruit, which can leave the cake less sweet and harder to mix smoothly.
Line the pan with baking parchment or grease it well before adding flourless banana protein cake batter. The banana and egg mixture can cling more than a conventional flour-based cake, so let the cake cool before lifting or slicing it.
Keep flourless banana protein cake in a sealed container in the refrigerator, where it stays fresh for a few days. Let it cool fully before covering it; otherwise, trapped steam can make the surface soggy.
Yes, flourless banana protein cake freezes well when wrapped in individual slices and placed in a sealed freezer-safe container. Thaw a slice in the refrigerator or warm it briefly before serving.
Yes, flourless banana protein cake can be sweet without added sugar if you use very ripe bananas. A flavoured protein powder may add further sweetness, so taste the batter before deciding whether the recipe needs any extra sweetener.
Vitamins
B12
0.4µg · 17% DV
B2
0.19mg · 15% DV
Biotin
4µg · 13% DV
B6
0.19mg · 11% DV
Minerals
Selenium
9.6µg · 17% DV
Phosphorus
120mg · 17% DV
Copper
0.06mg · 7% DV
Manganese
0.16mg · 7% DV
Potassium ⭐
224mg · 7% DV
Sodium
100mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Flourless banana protein cake is made with mashed banana, eggs and protein powder instead of grain flour. The banana brings sweetness and moisture, while the protein powder gives this homemade-style cake its more filling character. It’s also a handy way to use very ripe bananas.
Expect a soft, moist crumb that’s denser than a conventional flour-based cake, with a clear banana flavour. Serve a slice for breakfast or as a snack, perhaps with yoghurt or fresh fruit; it also goes well with tea or coffee. It offers more protein than a typical sweet cake, with 11.5 g per 100 g. For a lighter version, rely on ripe bananas for sweetness and skip extra sugar.
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 2
Minimally 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
0.88g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.96g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.44g
Omega 6:3 ratio 12:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (12:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.