Description
Indulge in the warm, inviting flavors of this Carrot Date Spice Cake. This delightful dessert beautifully marries the natural sweetness of dates with finely grated carrots, resulting in a moist and flavorful cake that’s perfect for any occasion. Enhanced with aromatic spices like cinnamon and ginger, each slice offers a comforting experience that will satisfy your sweet tooth without relying on refined sugars. Whether served at a festive gathering or enjoyed as a cozy afternoon treat, this cake is sure to impress family and friends alike. Plus, it’s easy to make and can be adapted into muffins for a portable snack!
Ingredients
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- 200g all-purpose flour
- 1½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- 115g unsalted butter, softened
- 100g brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 200g finely grated carrots
- 150g chopped pitted dates
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease and line your cake pan with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, ginger.
- In another bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time.
- Gradually incorporate dry ingredients and coconut milk until just combined.
- Fold in grated carrots and chopped dates gently.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg