Namibia Banana Cake with cocoa

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds a subtle flavor and reduces saturated fat.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey is a natural sweetener with a unique flavor.

cream cheese

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: ricotta cheese

Greek yogurt provides creaminess with fewer calories.

walnuts

🥗Healthier: almonds

💰Cheaper: pecans

Almonds are a healthier nut option and can be more affordable.

Prepare the shortcrust pastry by mixing 150 g of flour, 50 grams of sugar, 100 g of butter, 1 pr. salt, 2-3 drops of vanilla flavor, and 1 egg yolk until combined.

Press the shortcrust pastry into the bottom and edges of a baking pan.

For the filling, mash 2 bananas in a bowl.

In a separate bowl, cream together 250 grams of sugar and 130 g of butter until light and fluffy.

Add 6 eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.

Stir in the mashed bananas, 1 tbsp rum, 1 pinch of cinnamon, and 1 TEASPOON of vanilla extract until combined.

Incorporate 100 g of ground hazelnuts, 30 g of cocoa, and 100 g of flour along with 1 pck. baking powder into the mixture until just combined.

Pour the filling into the prepared shortcrust pastry.

Let the cake stand for 2 days before serving.

Cooking Techniques

Spice Level:

Allergens