Who needs alfalfa when you have buckwheat!? This Chocolate Banana Buckwheat Cake Recipe is prepared in the microwave and an alternative to flour.
I got to work on a buckwheat bake for a killer Sunday morning breakfast. But this time I did not have 30 minutes of patience so I tried the microwave version!
Never going back to the oven. If you like doughy texture, this is the version for you!
I also used a flax egg instead of a real egg to attempt a more doughy texture – it was incredible!! The batter was also good enough to eat as a super thick smoothie 🙂
1 minute 35 seconds in the microwave later….breakfast was served!
I LOVED the texture of this – and I added half a tablespoon of cocoa powder – it was perfect!
Inspired by all of Ashley’s amazing buckwheat combinations!
For TWO bakes – one for me, one for the spouse, or one for tomorrow!
Chocolate Banana Buckwheat Cake Recipe
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup buckwheat flour ground raw buckwheat groats in the vita-mix
- 2 tbsp raw buckwheat grouts
- 2 tbsp chia seeds
- 2 tbsp flax + 1/3 cup warm water sit for a few minutes
- 1 mashed super ripe banana
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1/2 tsp salt [I think all baked goods need salt!]
Instructions
- Prepare flax egg.
- Mix all dry.
- Mix with into dry.
- Grease two ramekins (I used my Misto)
- Pour batter into ramekins.
- Microwave each one separately for 1 minute, 35 seconds
- Flip onto plate and top away!
I could feel the lovely crunch of the raw whole buckwheats in this version – perhaps due to the different cooking time? Also, the oven-bake with the real egg was more like bread. This was more like a muffin – lighter, denser, less spring to the crumb. Much more of my favorite kind of texture!
Topped with banana, coconut, sunflower butter. I took my time eating this – took me about 20 minutes of tiny bites. Yum!
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Other versions I’ve tired:
Today is wide open – we’re going to take it a little easier. Although there might still be bakery work involved!
Have a great Sunday!
VeggieGirl says
Haha, love the Little Rascals reference 😀
Great recipe!
Lisa Fine says
This sounds delicious. I just need to figure out what kind of buckwheat I have. I would think it is raw cause it looks nothing like kasha – much bigger kernels.
If I don’t have chia seeds, do you think I could sub in a different seed? Or maybe use flax instead, and then an egg?
KathEats says
The toasted buckwheat and raw look the same. It’s just a matter of roast flavor.
Yes, you could leave out the chia and use whole or ground flax
lynn @ the actor's diet says
you said the magic words: microwave cake.
Heather @ Side of Sneakers says
Your microwave version is genius!!
KathEats says
I stole the idea from Ashley! She’s the genius 🙂
Fran@ Broken Cookies Don't Count says
That looks so good and I think I could even get my husband to eat it. Gotta find myself some buckwheat! 🙂
Sarena (The Non-Dairy Queen) says
Love the buckwheat bakes! So good and perfect for the start (or end) of the day! Have a great one Kath!
Freya (Brit Chick Runs) says
I can’t believe I still haven’t made one- that looks SO outstanding! Crikey.
Tine says
Hi Kath,
I recently made a buckwheat bake but I used buckwheat flour from a package instead of ‘fresh’ grounded buckwheat groats. It turned as a disaster: the ‘bake’ was too too hard! It looked like plastic! Is there such a difference between buckwheat flour from a package or freshly grounded buckwheat? Or wouldn’t that be the cause?
Thanks
KathEats says
I have heard that pre-ground buckwheat tastes like dirt – I have no idea why!!!
Tine says
Mmm, strange…
I will try it with ‘own-made’ buckwheat flour.
Thanks!
jaclyn@lifeoftodayslady says
I am so excited to try this!!!!!! Must go to the store to get some buckwheat!!!!!
Marisa @ Loser for Life says
That looks soooo amazing! I will have to get some buckwheat!
Anna @ Newlywed, Newly Veg says
I love how fancy it is!! A breakfast fit for a princess 🙂
staceyhealthylife says
I love those bakes. I’m also really into the microwave muffin bakes right now also.
Nikita says
I still have to try this. I have pre-ground buckwheat flour that I use for pancakes and crepes, and recently a Buckwheat-Cinnamon Walnut Bread…and I don’t think it tastes like dirt! Is it maybe roasted first and just has a stronger flavor?
Baking Books says
I like how you perfectly arrange the plate – mindful eating indeed. I need to do that instead of eating standing up while I take plates to the table!
You should sell these at the bakery!
Holly @ The Runny Egg says
Ok I am more inclined to try a quick microwave version and I love doughy textures!!! Thanks for sharing and enjoy your day!
Lara @ six times the yum says
This sounds incredible! I’m like you, I don’t always have 30mins to wait for breakfast. The texture sounds perfect for me. Only down side, I don’t have all those ingredients (mainly the buckwheat ones) on hand nor do I have other uses for them. Any ideas on what I could sub for the buckwheat ingredients?
KathEats says
Ashley has made them with oat flour
Lara @ six times the yum says
Thanks! I wonder what I could use for the raw buckwheat grouts. I’ll head over the Ashley’s blog to see if she has any suggestions. Maybe chopped peanuts? Oh, the possibilities for experimenting! 🙂
Tracy says
I’ve used quinoa flour and replaced the groats with extra flour. Worked fine.
Lara @ six times the yum says
Thank you for the tip!!
Marina says
I prefer the microwave version myself. The oven just dries it a bit too much.
But it is an amazing breakfast recipe 🙂
kate@ahealthypassion says
Seriously you cannot go wrong with buckwheat bakes I have tried 1000 combinations of flavors and love every single one!
Nancy-The Wife of a Dairyman says
You are so creative! Looks delicious!
Khushboo says
I need to get my hands on buckwheat flour! I’ve only ever tried buckwheat noodles which taste great.
Angela @ Eat Spin Run Repeat says
WOW, this looks so perfect and pretty Kath! I was meaning to try a buckwheat bake a little while ago but forgot, so thank you for the reminder! Bookmarking this recipe!
Heather says
Kath – where did you get the white container you cooked these in – I have been looking for something similar and cannot find them!
KathEats says
Crate + Barrel!
stacey (the home-cooked vegan) says
I love quick breakfasts that taste yummy 🙂
Hope you have a relaxing Sunday, even if there is bakery work involved 🙂
Simply Life says
I don’t have a microwave but I definitely think this would be worth waiting for!
Heather @ Health, Happiness, and Hope says
What a perfect weekend breakfast! Hope you find some time off to take a break today!
Pickynikki says
This looks great! I think I will try it for the family next week! Thanks!
AShley says
Awesome!! SO glad you liked the micro-cake version. Somehow, I just finished eating the exact same breakfast, haha. I can’t decide which version I like the most [oven or micro]. Just depends what I’m in the mood for. 🙂
KathEats says
Yeah, the baked is really nice if you’re in a bread mood. But you know me and my obsession with dough… 🙂
M says
Hi Kath,
I thought you were living without a microwave?
Did I miss its re-entry into your life? 😉
(or am I mixing you up with another microwaveless blogger?!)
KathEats says
Emily gave us one when she moved last fall – it’s in our basement
Maria says
hi kath, just discovered your blog – yeah! looking forward to reading more! wonderful sunday for you, m.
KathEats says
Welcome!!
Namaste Gurl says
I love chocolate and banana together- they go together like PB&J 🙂 I also love Ashley’s buckwheat bakes, they’re incredibly yummy and good for you, too! I’ve tried both her microwave and oven version and i’ll give you that it’s much more doughier when in the micro than oven! I just hate depending on the microwave when I don’t have to…..
Have a good day!
Lauren says
Man these look so good every time I see one, I need to get my hands on some buckwheat and try it!
Amanda (The Nutritionist Reviews) says
That’s great to hear that it worked in the microwave! I definitely want to try it now knowing that it can be made so quickly.
Cait @ Beyond Bananas says
Looks great. I am legit eating oats every morning. I should probably change it up and try something amazing like this!
kaila @ healthy helper! says
I like the little rascals reference lol! Gotta try this in the microwave because I don’t think I could wait thirty minutes either!
Emily @ Savory and Savage says
I love the dishes you cooked these in.
Your breakfast looked interesting and delicious 🙂
Arlene says
WOW, wish I could! Although every ingred. is healthy – no way I can eat over 600 calories for breakfast… 🙁
KathEats says
It wasn’t over 600. The buckwheat bakes are about 350 (I use less maple than Ashley) and toppings were probably 150. 500 is 25% of my daily needs!
Natalia - a side of simple says
My question is, who DOESN’T like it doughy!? I practically live for that 🙂 Enjoy your Sunday, Kath!
Mary @ Bites and Bliss says
I love microwave cakes like that for breakfast or even a snack. 😛 Never had buckwheat though! I don’t even know where to find it around here.
Sarah says
These have been looking so tasty! I think I may try them soon. Also am adding those lovely white crocks to my registry at CB! Love those. I have been reading some archives as I am currently in the calorie counting/tracking stage and just wanted to give a shout out to harris teeter! My fiance and I moved away from NC a few years ago and I really miss it. It was kind of fun to read about you shopping there, too 🙂
Annette @ EnjoyYourHealthyLife says
I can NOT wait to try this version–I too am not very patient when it comes to food :()
Jenny (Fit Girl Foodie) says
I love how quick and easy this is. Finding 30 minutes isn’t easy in the morning especially when I’m hungry 😉
I don’t have buckwheat so hopefully oats will work just as well 🙂
Erin says
Hi Kath,
I’m a new reader and I am in love with your blog. It is everything I ever wanted in a blog. I have a question about this bake. My boyfriend is allergic to bananas (total bummer) do you think it would be okay to omit the banana? Would I need to use maybe another flax seed egg to compensate (I’m worried because I know that bananas serve as an egg substitute too.
Thanks a bunch! – Erin
KathEats says
Welcome Erin!
I think it would be fine without the banana – perhaps a bit less moist. I think a little applesauce or pumpkin would probably help bridge the gap.
J3nn (Jenn's Menu and Lifestyle Blog) says
Looks good! Like a muffin slash pancake. 🙂
Angel7 says
That looks like a yummy Sunday morning breakfast!
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Diana @ frontyardfoodie says
Oh my goodness that looks incredible! I LOVE bananas in any sort of baked good and if it can be done in a minute and a half I’m all over it.
I need ramekin bowls for sure though.
Justeen @ Blissful Baking says
Okay, I don’t have any more excuses to putt off making a buckwheat bake for breakfast anymore, since this version can be whipped up in no time. Plus, the doughy texture is more than enough to convince me! I can’t wait to enjoy this with a cup of coffee tomorrow morning!!
Molly says
A for presentation! I have yet to experiment with buckwheat.
Emma (Namaste Everyday) says
WOAH! now it’s so easy! i love this and officially have no excuse but to try it immediately!
Katherine: Unemployed says
oh sprouted foods, you are all so good
Jenn says
Hey Kath!
I checked out your blog for the first time last weekend and have been loving it ever since! I’ve never tried a buckwheat bake but it looks fabulous in the pictures.
KathEats says
Hey Jenn!! Thanks for stopping in 🙂
Danielle @ weightsandmeasures says
I always use a flax egg and often make the micro version. It definitely makes for a different texture. I love the gooier texture.
Averie (LoveVeggiesAndYoga) says
I’ve been making what I call microwave banana oat cakes for the past 5 months or so…using the microwave saves me TONS of time! Everything cooks us so fast, my preschooler doesnt get her undies in a bundle waiting, and I dont have to fire up my oven. Vegan, gf, easy.
Your microwave creation looks stellar!
Enjoy your weekend, Kath 🙂
Kristin @ STUFT Mama says
This looks DELICIOUS! Love that you microwaved it! I’m all about quick and easy. I need to go get some buckwheat and chia seeds pronto. I’m a Southern CA gal, does anyone know if Henry’s or Jimbo’s carries them? PS- love your blog and anything with bananas and chocolate rocks!
Julie @ Lettuce Choose Healthy says
i love the title of this post 🙂
Charlotte says
Hey Kath,
I have a question for you regarding the Shaklee products. Have you tried it yet on soap scum? I have a glass shower door and the soap scum drives me crazy!!!
KathEats says
Hey Charlotte – The Scour Off is great with soap scum. Takes it right off with a scrubber and some water!
Heather @ Get Healthy With Heather says
Such a good breakfast! I always make 2 micro bakes at once… that way I always have one waiting for me 🙂
Miranda @ Working Mom Works Out says
Ooh, yay for easy recipes. I can do microwave… Well, as soon as I get my power turned back on I can.
Lisa (bakebikeblog) says
You just reminded me that I now have buckwheat flour in my pantry! Must make one of these bakes ASAP!
Mary Frances says
Guess you’ve got new flooring on the brain…buckwheat grouts–too cute 🙂
Samantha says
Ohhh..wish you would try that cocoa I sent you. It will knock your socks off!
Chelsea @ One Healthy Munchkin says
I’m making it my mission to track down buckwheat groats ASAP so that I can make this! I’ve been wanting to ever since Ashley posted her first one. 😛
Vanessa says
Ok you may have just sold me on the under two minutes thing. Mine always takes forever in the oven. Trying this soon!! 🙂
Hannah says
I’m a definite doughy-texture lover, and never have eggs in the house AND don’t like the idea of turning the oven on just for me, so yay your version!
becca (bellebottoms) says
okay, I’ve got to try one now…they just look too darn good!!
could you use something other than buckwheat though? I don’t have that… 🙁
KathEats says
Yes, Ashley has tried cornmeal and oat flour
Meg says
Ok- that’s it- I need to make this delicious little gluten free morsel!
I hope mine turn out as well 😉
Michelle B. says
Hey Kath,
Question: What is a flax egg? I’ve never heard of this!
-Michelle (aneclairtoremember.tumblr.com)
KathEats says
Just flax combined with water to make a gelled substance. It can be used in baking in lieu of eggs
Lauren says
This looks so yummy… I was wondering what size baker/ramekin I would need. Thanks.
KathEats says
I’m actually not quite sure…I’m sorry : (