Banana date walnut cake is a sweet, moist, and delicious cake made with rich bananas, natural dates, and crunchy walnuts. It is perfect for dessert, breakfast, or a snack.
This healthy banana date walnut cake is naturally sweetened, which makes it a healthier treat for any occasion. Its eggless, refined sugar-free, and butter-free version makes a super delicious walnut date cake without compromising on flavor and taste.
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When you add dates and walnuts to banana bread for an extra flavor boost and skip sugar, you get this go-to banana date walnut cake recipe.
About Eggless Banana Date Walnut Cake
Banana date walnut cake is a wholesome, nutritious, and delicious treat that brings together the natural sweetness of bananas, the rich flavor of dates, and the crunchy texture of walnuts. It is a moist, eggless cake that is jam-packed with the goodness of bananas, dates, and walnuts.
The bananas add moisture and sweetness, the dates are added for a rich, caramel-like flavor, and the walnuts give a satisfying crunch. This egg-free banana date and walnut cake recipe is perfect for those looking for a delicious and healthier dessert option. Plus, it’s so easy to make!
The combination of simple, healthy ingredients makes a banana date walnut cake that can be served as a dessert, breakfast, or even as a midday snack.
I have fond memories of date dishes growing up, often made by my mom during the colder months. She would make delicious date dishes like warming date milk, peanut date roll, Date Stuffed Coconut Ladoo, and dry fruit laddus, among others. The smell of these beautiful date dishes filled the house with warmth and comfort.
The great thing I love about this eggless cake is that it has a moist texture and balanced sweetness from the bananas and dates, which makes every bite irresistible.
Whether you are vegan, want a sugar-free cake, or are simply looking for a healthier dessert option, this easy cake recipe ticks all the boxes.
Bake this easy, eggless, and delicious cake to treat yourself or to share with your friends and family. This cake is sure to become a new favorite.
Why You’ll Love the Recipe
This Banana Date Walnut Cake
✔️ is easy to bake
✔️ is perfect for every occasion
✔️ has a moist and tender crumb
✔️ is made without refined sugar
✔️ is eggless and delicious
✔️ is made with wholesome ingredients
✔️ can be enjoyed as dessert, a snack, or breakfast
✔️ is loved by kids and adults alike
Ingredients
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Bananas – Ripe and mashed bananas add natural sweetness and moisture to the cake while giving it a soft, tender crumb.
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Dates – This is one of the key ingredients of this recipe. Soft dates taste best, as they bring a caramel-like sweetness and a rich, chewy texture to this date cake.
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Walnuts – They add a beautiful crunch and a boost of nutrients and healthy, nutty goodness.
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Flour – I have used whole wheat flour in this recipe, but you can also use all-purpose flour for a less dense cake. The flour gives the base and structure to the cake and helps hold everything together.
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Baking Powder & Baking Soda – They both help the cake rise and become fluffy.
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Flavorings – I have added vanilla extract for a subtle, sweet, comforting aromatic flavor and ground cinnamon for warmth and spice that goes so well with bananas and dates.
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Vegetable Oil – Neutral oil is added for moisture and ensures that the cake stays tender and soft.
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Salt – A pinch of salt balances out the sweetness and enhances the overall flavors of this cake.
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Milk – Adds moisture to the cake batter and makes it rich.
Variations
Gluten-Free
To make gluten-free banana date walnut cake, swap the whole wheat flour or all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
Flavorings
You can try making this cake with other spices like allspice, ground ginger, or a pinch of nutmeg.
Nut-Free Version
If you are allergic to nuts or want to make it nut-free, skip the walnuts. This version would give it a smoother texture.
Serving Suggestions
This banana date walnut cake can be served as an after-dinner dessert, breakfast, snack, or even as a tea-time cake.
You can enjoy it as it is or pair it with a cup of hot coffee, chai, or simply a glass of milk. For added richness, you can also serve it with a dollop of almond butter or drizzle it with date caramel.
For brunch you can also serve it with other banana or date dishes like Banana Chai Cake, Chocolate Banana Bread, Nutella Banana Wrap, Banana Blueberry Baked Oatmeal, and Banana Date Smoothie.
Storage Suggestions
You can store your banana date walnut cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3-4 days.
If you want to keep it fresh for a longer period, you can refrigerate it for up to a week.
Freezing: This cake is also freezer-friendly, so you can freeze slices of this cake for up to 3 months. To freeze, wrap each cake slice in plastic wrap, and then transfer them to a freezer-safe container. Simply thaw it overnight before serving.
You can enjoy it chilled, at room temperature, or warm it in a microwave.
Tips and Tricks to Make the Best Banana Date Walnut Cake
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Bananas: Ripe bananas are key to making the best-tasting banana walnut cake. Overripe bananas are perfect for this recipe—they are sweet and soft and make the cake even more moist.
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Soaking Dates: Make sure to soak the dates in warm milk before blending. Soaking for about 10 minutes softens them and makes them easier to blend into the batter.
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Mixing: When folding the wet and dry ingredients, mix until just combined to keep the cake light and fluffy.
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Customizable: Feel free to add other add-ons like dried fruits or seeds of your choice to make it more suitable for your taste buds.
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Versatile: This is a great cake that can be served in many ways. You can enjoy it for breakfast, brunch, a snack, or dessert.
Banana Date Walnut Cake (Step-by-step photo instructions)
How to Make Banana Date Walnut Cake
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking pan with parchment paper. Remove the pits from the dates (or use pitted dates). Soak the dates in warm milk for 15-20 minutes, then blend into a smooth paste.
- In a large mixing bowl, mash the bananas using a fork. Add the oil, blended date mixture, and vanilla extract. Mix well using a spatula.
- Add the flour, cinnamon, baking powder, and baking soda. Mix until well combined.
- Fold in the chopped walnuts, reserving 2 tablespoons for topping. Pour the batter into a greased 8-inch pan. Gently tap the pan 3-4 times to remove air bubbles. Top with the reserved walnuts.
- Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.Slice and enjoy this delicious vegan eggless banana date walnut cake with a glass of milk or hot coffee. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 3-4 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
Recipe Card
Banana Date Walnut Cake [Recipe]
★★★★★
(Rating: 5 from 7 reviews)
| Prep time 🕐 | Cook time 🕐 | Total time 🕐 |
|---|---|---|
| 55 mins | ||
| Category ☶ | Cuisine ♨ | Serves ☺ |
| Desserts | International | 8 slices |
| Nutrition Info ⊛ | Serving size ⊚ | |
| 225 calories | 1 |
INGREDIENTS
For Banana Date Walnut Cake
- 1 cup soft dates
- 250 ml warm milk (dairy or vegan)
- 3/4 cup walnuts, chopped
- 3 ripe bananas
- 1/2 cup neutral oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups whole wheat flour or all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- a pinch of salt
INSTRUCTIONS:
How to Make Banana Date Walnut Cake
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking pan with parchment paper. Remove the pits from the dates (or use pitted dates). Soak the dates in warm milk for 15-20 minutes, then blend into a smooth paste.
- In a large mixing bowl, mash the bananas using a fork. Add the oil, blended date mixture, and vanilla extract. Mix well using a spatula.
- Add the flour, cinnamon, baking powder, and baking soda. Mix until well combined.
- Fold in the chopped walnuts, reserving 2 tablespoons for topping. Pour the batter into a greased 8-inch pan. Gently tap the pan 3-4 times to remove air bubbles. Top with the reserved walnuts.
- Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.Slice and enjoy this delicious vegan eggless banana date walnut cake with a glass of milk or hot coffee. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 3-4 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
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NOTES:
- Ripe bananas are key to making the best-tasting banana walnut cake. Overripe bananas are perfect for this recipe as they are sweet and soft and make the cake even more moist.
- Feel free to add other add-ons like dried fruits or seeds of your choice to make it more suitable for your taste buds.
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