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Description
A moist and naturally sweetened almond cake made with dates, perfect for a healthy dessert or snack.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup pitted dates
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup chopped almonds
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- Soak dates in boiling water for 10 minutes, then drain and mash.
- In a bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla and mashed dates.
- Whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt together.
- Gradually fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture.
- Fold in chopped almonds.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes.
- Let cool before slicing.
Notes
- Use Medjool dates for best sweetness.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Top with yogurt or honey if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 35 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 60mg