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Flourless walnut cake with carrots, banana and fiber
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 slice (medium) of Flourless Carrot Banana Walnut Cake (70 g) has 174 calories. That works out to 248 calories per 100 g. It contains 19.5 g of carbs, 4.3 g of protein, 9.6 g of fat and 2.4 g of fiber. Its 0.5 mg of Manganese covers 24% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 52 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 70 g
174
KCAL / 70G
Carbs
19.5g
· 7% DV
Protein
4.3g
· 9% DV
Fat
9.6g
· 12% DV
Fiber
2.4g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 43% · Protein 9% · Fat 48%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 174 kcal | |
| Total fat | 9.6 g | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 1.58 g | 8% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 115 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 19.5 g | 7% |
| Fiber | 2.4 g | 9% |
| Protein | 4.3 g | 9% |
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 | 174 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 35 g | 87 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 40 g | 99 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 75 g | 186 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 248 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 100 g | 248 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 130 g | 322 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 372 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 210 g | 521 kcal |
Calculated from 248 calories per 100 g.
Flourless Carrot Banana Walnut Cake is made by combining grated carrot, mashed ripe banana, eggs and walnuts, then baking the mixture in a cake pan. Follow a tested recipe for quantities and doneness, since the cake’s moisture and baking time depend on the proportions.
Flourless Carrot Banana Walnut Cake can crumble if it is cut while warm, has too little binding from its eggs and banana, or is overbaked. Let it cool completely before slicing, and use a sharp knife rather than trying to lift warm pieces.
Flourless Carrot Banana Walnut Cake usually has a noticeable but balanced banana flavor alongside carrot and walnut. Very ripe bananas taste sweeter and more pronounced, so use less-ripe fruit if you prefer the carrot and walnut flavors to stand out.
Yes, you can replace the walnuts in Flourless Carrot Banana Walnut Cake with chopped pecans or another nut if you want a similar crunch. For a nut-free version, leave them out; the cake will lose some texture, and the recipe must suit the person eating it.
Yes, Flourless Carrot Banana Walnut Cake can be made without added sugar if the bananas are very ripe, though it will taste less sweet than a version with sweetener. Avoid reducing other ingredients to compensate, since they affect the cake’s structure.
For moist Flourless Carrot Banana Walnut Cake without a gummy center, finely grate the carrot and avoid adding excess liquid. Bake until the center is set, then cool the cake fully; the banana and carrot already contribute substantial moisture.
Flourless Carrot Banana Walnut Cake pairs well with plain Greek yogurt, lightly sweetened whipped cream or fresh fruit. Choose a simple accompaniment so it complements the banana, carrot and walnuts without overwhelming the cake.
Flourless Carrot Banana Walnut Cake keeps for a few days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Its moist fruit and vegetable ingredients make refrigeration a sensible choice; discard it if you notice mold, an off smell or an unusual texture.
Yes, Flourless Carrot Banana Walnut Cake freezes well when fully cooled and wrapped tightly in individual slices. Thaw a slice in the refrigerator or at room temperature, and avoid refreezing it after it has thawed.
Flourless Carrot Banana Walnut Cake can work as a post-workout snack, but it is not a complete recovery meal on its own. Pair a slice with a protein-rich food, such as yogurt, if you need something more filling after exercise.
Vitamins
Vitamin A
199.5µg · 22% DV
Biotin
3.57µg · 12% DV
B6
0.2mg · 12% DV
B2
0.14mg · 11% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.55mg · 24% DV
Copper
0.15mg · 17% DV
Selenium
8.75µg · 16% DV
Phosphorus
88mg · 13% DV
Potassium ⭐
172mg · 5% DV
Sodium
115mg · 5% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 174 calories in 1 slice (medium) (70 g):
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Flourless carrot banana walnut cake is a home-style baked cake made with grated carrot, mashed banana and walnuts in place of flour. The banana brings sweetness and moisture, while the carrot keeps the crumb tender and the walnuts add a rich, lightly crunchy contrast.
Its dense, soft texture works well as an afternoon treat with tea or coffee, or as a simple dessert after a meal. The fruit and carrot contribute fibre; a 100 g portion contains 3.5 g. For a lighter serving, cut a modest slice and pair it with plain tea or coffee rather than a richer topping.
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
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.58g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.2g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.82g
Omega 6:3 ratio 6.1:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (6.1:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.