Eggless Orange Cake

This Eggless Orange Cake is a wholesome and nutritious treat, sweetened naturally with banana. The combination of millet flour and orange juice creates a unique flavor, while the mashed banana adds moisture and natural sweetness. It’s a perfect guilt-free cake for those looking to enjoy a dessert that’s both tasty and healthy.

For a Serving Size of Two:

Ingredients:

• 40 grams foxtail millet flour
• 50 grams whole wheat flour
• 1 ripe banana (about 90 grams, mashed)
• 60 ml freshly squeezed orange juice
• 1 teaspoon orange zest
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• A pinch of salt
• 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon powder (optional)
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

Procedure:

• Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a small cake tin with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
• In a bowl, combine the millet flour, whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon powder, and a pinch of salt.
• In another bowl, mix the mashed banana, orange juice, orange zest, oil, and vanilla extract.
• Gradually add the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold until just combined. Avoid over-mixing to ensure a soft texture.
• Pour the batter into the prepared cake tin and smooth the top. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
• Let the cake cool for a few minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve as a light dessert.

Nutritional Benefits:

• Calories: 200 kcal
• Protein: 7 g
• Carbohydrates: 32.3 g
• Fat: 5.8 g