Vegan Jujube Cake

Vegan Jujube Cake is a delightful and moist dessert that celebrates the natural sweetness of jujube dates, offering a unique twist on traditional Chinese baked goods. Perfectly airy and light, this cake pairs well with tea or as a sweet snack.

Ingredients

• Jujube paste - 100g
• Almond milk - 100ml
• All-purpose flour - 100g
• Baking powder - 1 tsp
• Baking soda - 1/2 tsp
• Coconut oil (melted) - 2 tbsp
• Maple syrup - 2 tbsp
• Vanilla extract - 1 tsp
• Salt - a pinch

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a small baking dish.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine jujube paste, almond milk, melted coconut oil, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
3. In another bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined and there are no lumps.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top with a spatula.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
7. Allow the cake to cool for about 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbs: 35 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 10 g
• Sodium: 150 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 7 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from jujubes, which can help improve immunity.
• Contains healthy fats from coconut oil, beneficial for heart health.

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