Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Carrot Date Spice Cake, a moist and naturally sweetened dessert that’s perfect for any occasion. With grated carrots and chopped dates providing wholesome sweetness, each slice is infused with the warm spices of cinnamon and nutmeg. This cake not only serves as a tasty treat but also doubles as a nutritious snack or breakfast option. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or enjoying a cozy evening at home, this versatile cake will surely impress your guests and satisfy your cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- 60ml coconut milk or whole milk
- 200g finely grated carrots
- 150g chopped pitted dates
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease and line a cake pan with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and spices.
- In another bowl, cream together softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time followed by vanilla extract.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet ingredients alternately with coconut milk until just combined.
- Fold in grated carrots, chopped dates, and optional walnuts.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 35–40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow cooling before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35–40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg