Memorial Day weekend is full of backyard BBQs, pool days, family gatherings… and lots of snacks.

If you’re looking for a festive treat that feels fun for the holiday and incorporates ingredients you already feel good about serving your little one, this healthy banana smash sheet cake is the perfect addition to the table.

Made with bananas, Greek yogurt, fresh berries, and crunchy pieces of Mission MightyMe Nutty Trail Mix, this toddler-friendly recipe turns a classic Memorial Day dessert into a playful, better-for-you option the whole family can enjoy. Bonus: all of these ingredients can be found at your local Target!

Why We Love This Recipe

At Mission MightyMe, we’re always looking for simple ways families can include peanuts and tree nuts early and often — even during holidays and celebrations.

This recipe checks all the boxes:

• Soft texture for babies and toddlers

• Naturally sweetened with bananas and maple syrup

• Made with familiar, wholesome ingredients

• Festive enough for holiday gatherings

• A fun way to incorporate Nutty Trail Mix beyond snack time

Bonus: it doubles as a smash cake, snack cake, or brunch centerpiece.

Stars & Stripes Banana Smash Sheet Cake

Ingredients

For the Cake

• 3 ripe bananas, mashed

• 2 eggs

• 1/3 cup unsweetened applesauce

• 1/4 cup maple syrup

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 1 1/2 cups oat flour

• 1 tsp baking powder

• 1/2 tsp cinnamon

• Pinch of salt

• 1/2 cup plain whole milk Greek yogurt

Optional Mix-Ins

• Crushed freeze-dried strawberries from Nutty Trail Mix

• Crushed yogurt melts from Nutty Trail Mix

For the Yogurt Frosting

• 1 1/2 cups whole milk Greek yogurt

• 2 tbsp cream cheese (optional, for a thicker texture)

• 1 tbsp maple syrup or honey (for children over 1 year)

• Splash of vanilla extract

Mix until smooth and refrigerate until ready to use.

How to Make It

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.

2. In a large bowl, whisk together bananas, eggs, applesauce, maple syrup, vanilla, and yogurt.

3. Stir in oat flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt until combined.

4. Fold in optional crushed trail mix ingredients if desired.

5. Spread batter into a parchment-lined 9x13 pan or quarter sheet pan.

6. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the center is set.

7. Let cool completely before frosting.

Decorating Your “Stars & Stripes” Cake

Use fresh fruit and pieces from your Nutty Trail Mix to create a patriotic design:

Blue “Stars” Corner

• Fresh blueberries

Red Stripes

• Sliced strawberries

• Freeze-dried strawberries from the trail mix

White Stripes

• Yogurt frosting

• Yogurt melts from the trail mix

Finish with a sprinkle of crushed Nutty Trail Mix across the top for extra texture and crunch.

Tips for Serving Toddlers

• Cut into small squares for easy self-feeding

• Serve chilled for a soft, refreshing texture

• Can be made the night before and stored in the refrigerator

Looking for More Toddler-Friendly Snack Ideas?

Explore more recipes from Mission MightyMe designed to help families include peanuts and tree nuts early and often — one snack at a time.