This Banana Sheet Cake + Sunflower Butter Frosting is a healthy Summer sweet treat for the entire family. Completely fluffy, airy, and softly baked; this sheet cake creates a beautiful balance of sweet banana and nutty flavors, all at the same time while boasting it’s smooth Sunflower butter frosting. This recipe makes for a great sweet option for those who enjoy a dairy-free, allergy-free (when used with GF flour), and vegan version of a cake that can be eaten even for breakfast!
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SunButter. SunButter. Whelp, it’s Day #2 of cake! Such a win, win, right? Haha. Now, if you’re wondering, “what are you talking about?”, then let me point you int he direction of this Vegan Funfetti Cake + Vanilla Buttercream.
Yesterday was my Birthday and I had the greatest pleasure of sharing this delicious Funfetti Cake that I made for myself. It’s so GOOD and I enjoyed every slice! I still can’t believe how great it turned out!
Can I be honest for a sec? Ok, good.
Well, I’ve attempted baking cakes (ever so often), especially during special occasion, however, I’ve never truly “mastered it”.
However, everything just seemed to come together with this one and I’m so ecstatic. When it comes to making cakes—it’s a serious job, ya’ll.
Every step and phase COUNTS and if you miss anything or try to rush the process, you end up with an obviously not so perfect cake.
One thing that cakes have taught me is that being patient, persistent, and attentive are all key! That’s the key for any type of success in your life.
If you’ve been an avid reader of Orchids + Sweet Tea, then you’ll know that I’ve had my fair share of SunButter flavored recipes and have fallen in complete love with this interestingly tasty, nutty butter.
If you aren’t aware, SunButter is a great alternative to Peanut Butter, Almond Butter, or any other Nut Butter rather. Specifically awesome for those who are allergic to specific nuts, SunButter is a healthy, new way to enjoy foods!
Also, If you’ve been following this blog for some time, then you’ll know that I am a HUGE believer in using the best, most quality ingredients, which is the key to eating healthier.
Like many of my faves and go-to’s like Bob Red Mill’s, Sugar in the Raw, Enjoy Life Products, Purely Elizabeth, Justin’s, and more; SunButter is one of great quality, has no GMOs, vegan, gluten-free, and so GOOD!
Plus, SunButter is free from the top 8 allergens: peanuts, tree nuts, soy, milk, eggs, wheat, fish, and crustacean shellfish.
I definitely recommend purchasing a jar or two on their website or a major retailer like Amazon. Don’t worry–you can always see Where To Buy SunButter.
OK, so when it comes to sheet cakes, I definitely can take it back to my childhood days.
In the South, sheet cake is definitely a thing and while I use to make mine from all store-bought boxed ingredients, I thoroughly enjoyed it nonetheless.
For this sheet cake, I chose to highlight the delicious flavor of bananas because let’s face it—–they taste extremely good with Sunflower Butter.
Let’s take this SunButter Chocolate Chip Quinoa Banana Bread for instance. It has been highly sought after by our readers and honestly, it’s so so good and further proves my point of the perfect flavor marriage!
Then, I’d recommend trying these Vegan + Gluten-Free Banana SunButter Oat Waffles. Made right in a blender, these Gluten-Free waffles are naturally sweetened, fluffy, thick, airy, and full of flavor including the nuttiness from the SunButter.
Lastly, theseDelicious Vegan Sunflower Butter Cinnamon Rolls have been one of our most popular SunButter recipes and for good reason! SunButter + Cinnamon Rolls? Yup.
Topped with a nicely whipped Maple Glaze, this recipe makes for a great sweet option for those who enjoy a dairy-free, allergy-free, and vegan version of the classic cinnamon roll dessert.
OK, so if you’ve been following my SunButter recipes, then you’ll know that there are a variety of flavors.
While I’ve had the pleasure of trying out all of the flavors and textures added, I must let you know that using a specific version for the Sunflower Butter frosting is simply a matter of preference for the most part.
Because SunButter has a different texture and “oiliness” than other butters, it’s so important to use the right amount AND the right version, especially for certain desserts.
However, after much testing, I’ve realized that the SunButter Creamy version worked the BEST with this frosting!
Personally, the creamy version is just that—smooth and creamy and it mimics most popular butters (in terms of consistency) the best.
Granted, you can also use their Organic, No-Sugar Added, or Natural versions. In addition, you can also use their Natural Crunch version, if you’re into enjoying a little crunch in every bite.
Lastly, because of SunButter’s “oil” content from the Sunflower seeds, using less works best for any dough’s or batter’s fluffiness and airiness.
When it comes to this frosting however, I chose to use 1-2 Tbsps to still achieve this great nutty flavor without compromising the airiness + smoothness of the frosting.
Now, let’s dig right into this recipe–-shall we?
Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and lightly butter a 9 x 13 baking cake pan and line with parchment paper.
Combine the mashed bananas, coconut oil, vanilla extract, and Almond milk together in a large bowl and mix until well combined.
Then stir in flour, the baking powder, baking soda, pure cane sugar, cinnamon, and sea salt and mix until well incorporated! **Try not to over-mix!*
Place cake batter into the prepared cake pan and spread evenly.
Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick or knife that is inserted in the middle comes out clean.
Once done, let it cool completely, about 10-15 minutes.
For Sunflower Butter Frosting:
Add 1 Tbsp of SunButter and vanilla extract to the bowl of an electric mixer, beating until smooth. Reduce the speed to low and add 1 cup of powdered sugar to the bowl of an electric mixer and continue mixing until well incorporated. Now, add in remaining powered sugar and keeping mixing. Add in 1 Tbsp of Almond milk, until buttercream’s consistency is creamy and smooth.
Once cake is cooled, generously (but evenly) spread the frosting atop cake and cut into squares.
Sprinkle with a pinch of cinnamon, if desired and dig your forks in and enjoy.
Serve with a glass of plant-based milk or a cup of tea.
Bon Appetite!
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We use SunButter all the time, it’s delicious! I love to use it in baking as well! I will be making this yummy banana sheet cake this weekend! The family will be enjoying at our family get together.
I’m blown away by that sun butter frosting! It goes so well with the banana cake! Just perfect!
Don’t you love when it all just comes together perfectly?? Can’t wait to take my first bite.
I sure do, Jen! I do hope that you enjoy it!
So easy and so delicious. I ate it all to myself!
I second that, Tilly!
I literally eat sunflower butter by the spoonful! I love the idea of using it as a frosting and can not wait to try this cake asap!!
Haha! Then you’ll LOVE this recipe for sure, Laur! Sunflower butter is so GOOD as a frosting!
This is one of the best flavor combinations of a cake! It was really amazing!
Thanks so much, Toni!
I really like how light and fluffy this cake is. Some cakes are pretty heavy to eat so after the first bite or two you don’t really want to continue. But this one looks opposite to that which is great.
Yes! Same here, Laura. Cake isn’t my most favorite, but whenever I do make them, I love for it to be light and fluffy—always!
This is the perfect dessert to take along to a bbq party. You never know who cannot have nuts, so this is a safe idea. The flavours would be amazing too. I’m sure people will be fighting over the last few crumbs.
That is so true, Gloria! It’s the perfect safe sweet treat for a gathering!
This banana sheet cake is so pretty look and that frosting looks like you just want to stick your finger in it to taste it, yum! Great work!
Haha! So true—it does stick to your fingers!
Love this recipe! So delicious and easy!
Thanks so much, Kim!