Instructions:
For the Cake:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×9-inch (23×23 cm) square baking pan or a similar-sized cake pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed ripe bananas, unsweetened applesauce, vegetable oil, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix well until the ingredients are thoroughly combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg (if using).
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are fine.
- Pour the cake batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
- Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
For the Vegan Cream Cheese Frosting:
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened vegan butter and vegan cream cheese together until creamy and well combined.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, continuing to beat until the frosting is smooth and fluffy.
Assembly:
- Once the cake has completely cooled, spread the Vegan Cream Cheese Frosting evenly over the top.
- Slice, serve, and enjoy your Vegan Banana Cake!
Nutrition Facts:
(assuming 1/12th of the cake with frosting):
- Calories: 410
- Total Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 340mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 63g
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Total Sugars: 45g
- Protein: 2g
