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Description
A delicious chocolate cake sweetened naturally with dates, perfect for those looking for a healthier dessert option.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups pitted dates
- 1 cup hot water
- 1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup melted coconut oil
- 1/2 cup almond milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a cake pan.
- Soak the dates in hot water for 10 minutes, then blend into a smooth paste.
- Mix flour, cocoa powder, and baking soda in a bowl.
- Add date paste, vanilla extract, eggs, coconut oil, and almond milk to the dry ingredients.
- Stir until well combined and pour into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool before serving.
Notes
- For a vegan version, replace eggs with flax eggs.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Top with fresh berries for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg