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A small, single-layer white cake with a gold number one candle on top.

Healthy Smash Cake (For Baby's First Birthday)

A simple, healthy smash cake perfect for a baby's first birthday, made with wholesome ingredients and customizable toppings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 3 mini cakes
Course: Dessert
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry ingredients
  • 1 ½ cups fine blanched almond flour not packed
  • ½ cup ripe mashed banana
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt
Toppings and frosting
  • coconut whipped topping (homemade or store-bought) OR plain full-fat yogurt OR frosting of choice for icing
  • fresh berries or sprinkles for decoration

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray 3 mini springform pans with cooking spray.
  2. Whisk eggs, then add mashed banana and vanilla; mix well.
  3. Add almond flour, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt; stir until just combined.
  4. Divide batter evenly into pans and bake for 20 minutes until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
  5. Cool cakes for 10-20 minutes, then remove from pans and let cool completely.
  6. Stack layers, spread with frosting or yogurt, and decorate with berries or sprinkles.

Notes

Use natural toppings like fresh berries for added color and flavor.