
Cake a Difference With Beta-Carotene Magic
Have you ever heard that cake is good for you? We are here to answer your question, by helping you bake a nutritious cake and enjoy the festive spirit. Loaded with the goodness of flavor-packed carrots and bananas and a host of other nutritious ingredients, add this to your festive dining table today.
Ingredients
Method
- Combine bananas, carrots, maple syrup, milk, and vanilla extract in a bowl.
- In a separate bowl, mix banana flour, cinnamon, baking soda, and baking powder.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients and fold in your add-ons, if any.
- Smooth into a prepared greased pan and bake for 35 to 40 minutes at 180 degrees until the surface is slightly brown. Poke a toothpick to see if it comes out clean. If it does, your cake is ready.
Power tips and variations
- You can also opt to use jackfruit flour or ragi/amaranth flour too.
- If carrots are unavailable, add puréed pumpkin or grated beetroot.
Nutrition
Notes
- Carrots contain falcarinol, a natural pesticide that protects its roots from fungal diseases.
- Beta-carotene, alpha-carotene, and lycopene that give the root vegetable its colors are vitamin A precursors which play a huge role in controlling inflammation and boosting your immune system.
- Almond milk is a rich source of vitamin E, riboflavin, niacin, folate, and minerals like manganese, magnesium, phosphorus, and copper.
- For more festive recipes download our Christmas Cookbook here.













