Banana Leaf Cake

Banana Leaf Cake is a delightful Paleo Thai dessert that combines the natural sweetness of coconut and banana, wrapped in fragrant banana leaves for steaming. This traditional treat offers a unique texture and flavor that is both healthy and satisfying.

Ingredients

• Ripe bananas - 2 medium
• Coconut flour - 50 grams
• Coconut milk - 100 ml
• Honey - 1 tablespoon
• Baking soda - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - a pinch
• Vanilla extract - 1/2 teaspoon
• Banana leaves - 2 pieces (for wrapping)

Steps

1. Preheat the steamer or prepare a pot with boiling water.
2. In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
3. Add coconut flour, coconut milk, honey, baking soda, salt, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas. Mix until well combined.
4. Cut the banana leaves into squares large enough to hold the batter. Lightly soften the leaves by briefly passing them over an open flame or steaming them for a minute.
5. Spoon the banana batter onto the center of each banana leaf square, folding the leaves over to create a parcel.
6. Place the parcels in the steamer and steam for about 30 minutes until set.
7. Remove from the steamer and let cool slightly before unwrapping. Serve warm.

Nutrition

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 10 g
• Sodium: 50 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 9 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in potassium and fiber from bananas, promoting heart health.
• Coconut flour is low in carbs and high in fiber, aiding in digestive health.

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