Name: Buckwheat Banana Cake With Yogurt-Espresso Frosting
Cook time: 45 minutes
Total time: 2 HR 30 minutes
Yield: 8 Servings
Ingredients: Nonstick vegetable oil spray; 1 cup whole wheat flour; ½ cup buckwheat flour or whole wheat flour; 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1 teaspoon baking soda; ½ teaspoon baking powder; 4 very ripe bananas; ⅔ cup (packed) dark brown sugar; 2 large eggs, beaten to blend; ½ cup olive oil; ½ cup sour cream; 4 ounces cream cheese, room temperature; ½ cup plain Greek yogurt; Pinch of kosher salt; ⅓ cup powdered sugar; ½ teaspoon espresso powder

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Alex Lau

Earthy, nutrient-rich whole grain flours give this classic banana loaf cake recipe (a.k.a. banana bread masquerading as dessert) some added personality.

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