Description
A delightful treat that combines rich flavors and a moist texture, perfect for special occasions or cozy afternoons.
Ingredients
Scale
- 200g (about 1 cup) pitted dates, chopped
- 150g (about 1 ½ cups) almond flour
- 3 large eggs
- 120ml (about ½ cup) honey, plus extra for drizzling
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
- Almond slivers for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a round cake pan.
- Soak the chopped dates in hot water for about 10 minutes, then drain.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, honey, and vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, mix the almond flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently.
- Fold in the soaked dates into the batter.
- Transfer the batter into the prepared cake pan.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
- Drizzle additional honey over the cooled cake and sprinkle almond slivers on top.
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, use almond flour exclusively.
- Replace honey with maple syrup for a different sweetness.
- For a vegan option, substitute eggs with flax eggs or applesauce.
- Store wrapped tightly in plastic wrap or in an airtight container.
- Can be frozen for up to three months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Date Almond Cake, Honey Drizzle, Dessert, Gluten Free, Baking