Vegan Peanut Butter Banana Cake (Oil-Free)

Ingredients

• 1 + 1/4 cups mashed bananas ((~3 bananas))
• 1/2 cup natural peanut butter (runny, not hard texture)
• 1/2 cup almond milk (or any dairy-free milk)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 teaspoons vinegar
• 1 + 3/4 cup all-purpose flour (spooned & leveled)
• 3/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup runny peanut butter
• 2 tablespoons peanuts (chopped)

Instructions

1. 1

   Mix wet ingredients: In a large bowl, mash the bananas with a fork. Add the plant milk, peanut butter, sugar, vanilla, and vinegar, and whisk until smooth and slightly frothy.

2. 2

   Add dry ingredients: Add the flour, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt, and fold gently until just combined. Do not overmix to keep the cake soft and fluffy.

3. 3

   Prepare batter for baking: Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper. Pour the batter into the pan and spread it evenly.

4. 4

   Bake for 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Optional: drizzle with peanut butter and sprinkle with chopped peanuts before serving.