Jujube Cake

Jujube Cake is a delightful Chinese dessert that combines the natural sweetness of jujube dates with a soft, fluffy texture. This cake is perfect for a light, satisfying treat, offering a unique flavor that's both comforting and exotic.

Ingredients

• Dried jujube dates - 100 grams
• All-purpose flour - 80 grams
• Sugar - 50 grams
• Baking powder - 1 teaspoon
• Vegetable oil - 30 ml
• Milk - 60 ml
• Egg - 1 large
• Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - a pinch

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a small round cake pan.
2. Soak the dried jujube dates in warm water for 10 minutes, then drain and chop them into small pieces.
3. In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt, and mix well.
4. In another bowl, whisk together the egg, vegetable oil, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
5. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.
6. Fold in the chopped jujube dates gently into the batter.
7. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
9. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 4 g
• Carbs: 35 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 15 g
• Sodium: 150 mg
• Cholesterol: 40 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Jujube dates are rich in vitamins and minerals, which can boost immunity.
• They have natural anti-anxiety properties, promoting relaxation and sleep.

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