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Slice of St. Patrick's Day Pistachio Banana Cake with vibrant green frosting

St. Patrick’s Day Pistachio Banana Cake

A delightful blend of ripe bananas and crunchy pistachios, perfect for St. Patrick’s Day or any sweet occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 9 pieces
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 2 ripe bananas, mashed Make sure they are very ripe for best flavor.
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/3 cup honey Adjust according to taste preferences.
  • 1 cup oats Gluten-free oats can be used for a gluten-free version.
  • 3/4 cup flour Use gluten-free flour for a gluten-free cake.
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 cup chopped pistachios Reserve some for topping.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a square pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the mashed bananas, cottage cheese, eggs, and honey until smooth.
  3. Add the oats, flour, and baking powder to the banana mixture and stir well to combine.
  4. Gently fold in most of the chopped pistachios, reserving a little for the top.
  5. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan and sprinkle the remaining pistachios on top.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the cake is golden brown and set in the middle.
  2. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before slicing.

Notes

This cake can be served warm or chilled. Pair with coffee or tea for enhanced flavors. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for about a week. Freeze individual slices wrapped in plastic wrap for longer storage.