Chinese Date Cake

Chinese Date Cake is a delightful and nutritious dessert made with sweet red dates that offer a unique flavor and a moist texture. This healthy treat is not only easy to prepare but also packed with natural sweetness and beneficial nutrients.

Ingredients

• Red dates - 100 grams (pitted)
• Whole wheat flour - 80 grams
• Almond milk - 100 ml
• Honey - 2 tablespoons
• Baking powder - 1 teaspoon
• Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
• Chopped walnuts - 30 grams
• Salt - a pinch

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a small cake pan.
2. Soak the pitted red dates in warm water for about 10 minutes to soften, then drain and chop.
3. In a mixing bowl, combine whole wheat flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix well.
4. In another bowl, whisk together almond milk, honey, and vanilla extract until smooth.
5. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
6. Fold in the chopped red dates and walnuts gently into the batter.
7. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Let the cake cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

• Calories: 210
• Protein: 5 g
• Carbs: 37 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 12 g
• Sodium: 5 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 7 g
• Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6.5 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in dietary fiber which aids digestion.
• Contains antioxidants that promote overall health.

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