Bolo de Frutas Secas

Bolo de Frutas Secas is a deliciously moist Brazilian cake made with a mix of dried fruits and nuts, perfect for a healthy dessert option. This delightful treat is naturally sweetened and packed with wholesome ingredients, making it both satisfying and nutritious.

Ingredients

• Almond flour - 100 grams
• Dried dates - 50 grams, chopped
• Dried apricots - 50 grams, chopped
• Walnuts - 30 grams, chopped
• Honey - 2 tablespoons
• Eggs - 2 large
• Baking powder - 1 teaspoon
• Cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/4 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a small cake pan.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the almond flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
3. In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, honey, olive oil, and vanilla extract until well combined.
4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
5. Fold in the chopped dried dates, dried apricots, and walnuts until evenly distributed.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
8. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 6 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 10 g
• Sodium: 150 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in fiber from dried fruits and nuts, promoting digestive health.
• Contains healthy fats from walnuts and olive oil, supporting heart health.

Tags