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Easy Paleo Hummingbird Cake

A delicious and comforting paleo cake that brings joy and nostalgia, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Paleo
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups almond flour Use fine almond flour for best results.
  • 1 tsp baking soda Do not omit for proper rising.
  • 1 tsp cinnamon Cinnamon adds warmth and flavor.
  • 1/4 tsp salt Sea salt recommended.
Wet Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted Use organic for better flavor.
  • 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup Honey is commonly used but maple syrup adds a fancy twist.
  • 3 ripe bananas, mashed Use bananas with black spots for best flavor.
  • 2 eggs Room temperature eggs work best.
  • 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained The sweeter, the better.
Extras
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts Optional, but adds great texture.
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut Add to enhance the cake's texture.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine almond flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Mix well with a whisk.
  3. In another bowl, mix the melted coconut oil, honey, mashed bananas, and eggs until well combined.
  4. Fold in the crushed pineapple.
  5. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
  6. Gently fold in the walnuts and shredded coconut.
  7. Pour the batter into a greased 8-inch round cake pan.
Baking
  1. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  2. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 5gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 180mgFiber: 3gSugar: 12g

Notes

Leftovers taste even better the next day! This cake is perfect for celebrations and casual gatherings. A dollop of coconut whipped cream complements it well.
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