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Zucchini Banana Cake

Delicious Zucchini Banana Cake with Maple Cream Frosting

A delightful Zucchini Banana Cake that's moist and satisfying, topped with creamy maple frosting. Perfect for breakfast or dessert.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour substitute with gluten-free flour blend that contains xanthan gum for a gluten-free option
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ½ cup vegetable oil can use melted coconut oil
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 ½ cups mashed overripe bananas can substitute with unsweetened applesauce
  • 1 cup freshly grated zucchini can swap with finely grated carrots
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
For the Maple Frosting
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • ½ cup butter softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • ¼ cup maple syrup can substitute with honey or agave syrup

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a 9×13-inch baking pan by greasing and flouring it or lining it with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  3. In another bowl, mix granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vegetable oil until smooth. Beat in eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract.
  4. Fold in the mashed bananas until well combined.
  5. Gradually stir in the dry ingredients until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
  6. Gently fold in the grated zucchini until evenly distributed.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Cool the cake for about 1 hour in the pan, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Beat the cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and maple syrup until fluffy.
  10. Frost the cooled cake with the maple frosting and cut into squares to serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 220mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Perfect for breakfast or a guilt-free dessert. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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