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High-protein cake made with banana and oats
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 slice (medium) of Banana oat protein cake (60 g) has 159 calories. That works out to 265 calories per 100 g. It contains 19.1 g of carbs, 8.5 g of protein, 5.2 g of fat and 2.9 g of fiber. Its 0.6 mg of Manganese covers 27% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 52 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 60 g
159
KCAL / 60G
Carbs
19.1g
· 7% DV
Protein
8.5g
· 17% DV
Fat
5.2g
· 7% DV
Fiber
2.9g
· 10% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 49% · Protein 22% · Fat 29%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 159 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.2 g | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 1.26 g | 6% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 99 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 19.1 g | 7% |
| Fiber | 2.9 g | 10% |
| Protein | 8.5 g | 17% |
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) | 60 g | 159 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 30 g | 80 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 40 g | 106 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 85 g | 225 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 90 g | 239 kcal |
| 1 cup (diced) | 95 g | 252 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 265 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 120 g | 318 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 398 kcal |
Calculated from 265 calories per 100 g.
Banana oat protein cake is made by mixing mashed banana with oats, eggs, and protein powder, then baking the batter. Follow a tested recipe for ingredient proportions, and avoid overmixing so the cake does not turn dense.
Yes, you can make banana oat protein cake without protein powder. Eggs and yogurt can help bind and moisten the batter, but leaving out the powder changes the cake’s protein content and may affect its texture.
Banana oat protein cake is often dry because it was overbaked or the batter did not have enough moisture. Very ripe bananas mash easily and add moisture, so check the cake before the end of the recipe’s baking time.
Rolled oats or oat flour both work in banana oat protein cake. Rolled oats give the crumb more texture, while blending them into flour makes the cake more uniform; instant oats may soften more quickly in the batter.
Yes, thawed frozen bananas work in banana oat protein cake. Drain away excess liquid after thawing and mash the fruit before mixing it in, since extra liquid can make the batter wetter than the recipe intends.
Use very ripe bananas to sweeten banana oat protein cake without added sugar. Their sweetness is most noticeable when the skins are heavily spotted; protein powder can also be sweetened, so taste and choose ingredients accordingly.
Store banana oat protein cake in a sealed container in the refrigerator once it has cooled. Its moist fruit-based batter and common additions such as yogurt make refrigeration a sensible choice, rather than leaving the cake out for extended periods.
Yes, banana oat protein cake freezes well when wrapped or packed airtight after cooling. Freeze individual slices for easier portions, then thaw one in the refrigerator or warm it gently before serving.
Banana oat protein cake can sink if the center is still underbaked when it comes out of the oven, or if the batter contains too much moisture. Avoid opening the oven early and check the center before removing the cake.
Banana oat protein cake can work as a pre-workout snack because it provides carbohydrates along with protein. Have it early enough to digest comfortably, and adjust the portion to your appetite and the timing of your workout.
Vitamins
Biotin
4.2µg · 14% DV
B2
0.13mg · 10% DV
B1
0.11mg · 9% DV
B6
0.14mg · 8% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.63mg · 27% DV
Phosphorus
111mg · 16% DV
Selenium
6.6µg · 12% DV
Copper
0.08mg · 9% DV
Potassium ⭐
171mg · 5% DV
Sodium
99mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 159 calories in 1 slice (medium) (60 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Banana oat protein cake is a home-baked style cake made with mashed banana, oats and a protein-rich ingredient such as protein powder. Banana brings sweetness and moisture, while oats give the crumb a heartier, slightly textured feel. Recipes may also use eggs or dairy, and the exact texture varies with the ingredients and how finely the oats are ground.
It works as a breakfast slice, an afternoon snack or something to have with tea or coffee, and is also popular as a post-workout bite. Compared with a conventional sweet cake, it offers more protein and fibre: each 100 g contains 14.2 g of protein and 4.9 g of fibre. For a lighter serving, keep added sweeteners modest and pair a slice with plain yogurt or fresh 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
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.26g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.56g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.02g
Omega 6:3 ratio 17.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (17.4:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.