Description
Indulge in the wholesome goodness of Carrot Date Spice Cake, a delightful dessert that combines the natural sweetness of dates with aromatic spices. This cake is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a cozy afternoon snack or a centerpiece at your next gathering. With its moist texture and nutritious ingredients, it offers a guilt-free treat that’s rich in flavor and easy to make. The warm notes of cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg will fill your kitchen with inviting aromas, making this cake not just a dessert but a comforting experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 200g (1½ cups) all-purpose flour
- 1½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
- 115g (½ cup) unsalted butter or plant-based alternative, softened
- 100g (½ cup) brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs or egg substitute
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 200g (1 cup) finely grated carrots
- 150g (1 cup) chopped pitted dates
- 60ml (¼ cup) coconut milk or whole milk
- 60g (¼ cup) chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and grease a cake pan lined with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and spices.
- Cream softened butter and brown sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time along with vanilla extract.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients alternating with coconut milk until just combined.
- Fold in grated carrots and chopped dates gently.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan, smoothing the top.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool for 10 minutes in the pan before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg