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Healthy smash cake for a child's first birthday

Healthy Smash Cake

A nutritious alternative to traditional smash cakes, this Healthy Smash Cake is made with whole wheat flour, bananas, and unsweetened applesauce, perfect for your baby's first birthday.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Birthday, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1 ripe banana mashed
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
Optional Decoration
  • fresh fruit for decoration e.g., strawberries, blueberries, kiwi

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a small cake pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the whole wheat flour and baking powder.
  3. In another bowl, mix the mashed banana, applesauce, vanilla extract, and milk until well combined.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir until just combined.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
Baking
  1. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  2. Let it cool completely before removing from the pan.
Serving
  1. Decorate with fresh fruit if desired and serve for a first birthday party.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze individual slices for up to 3 months. You can try substitutions like almond flour for a gluten-free option.