Date cake with nuts
Recipe for date cake without sugar and eggs
If you’re looking for a simple yet delicious dessert that works even with restrictive dietary needs, then this date cake with nuts will be a hit! This sugar-free and egg-free cake delights with the natural sweetness of dates, a moist texture, and crunchy nut pieces. Perfect as a healthy cake for coffee, for everyday and special occasions.
This recipe is perfect for people on an elimination diet, a plant-based diet, or simply those who want to reduce sugar in their daily diet without giving up pleasure. If you like vegan cakes, simple ingredients, and homemade bakes without guilt — you absolutely must try this recipe. I guarantee that this date cake with nuts will become a permanent fixture in your kitchen
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Healthy date cake with nuts step-by-step recipe
If you’re looking for a simple and quick, yet healthy cake that you can bake without added sugar and eggs, then you absolutely must try this recipe!
Date cake with nuts recipe with video
Wyposażenie
- Baking pan approximately 20/20 cm. or round with a maximum diameter of 22 cm.
Składniki
ingredients for pumpkin cake with nuts
- 220 g dates (pitted)
- 320 ml milk
- approx 120 g peanut butter (4 heaped tablespoons)
- 20 g oil (4 tablespoons)
- 150 g flour (wheat – all-purpose)
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- approx. 40 g nuts (chopped)
Instrukcja
How to make date cake with nuts step by step
Step 1 – preparations
- Line the baking pan with baking paper, or grease with butter and dust with flour.
- Mix together the flour, baking powder, and cinnamon.150 g flour, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- Heat the milk until hot and pour it over the dates – set aside for about 30 minutes.320 ml milk, 220 g dates
- Towards the end of the dates soaking, preheat the oven to 180℃ (top/bottom heat mode).
Step 2 – preparation of the date cake
- To the dates with milk, add oil and peanut butter and blend it together into a smooth mixture.approx 120 g peanut butter, 20 g oil
- Transfer the date mixture to a bowl.
- Add the mixed flour and mix with a spoon – if the batter is too thick, you can add a little more milk.
- Transfer the cake to the prepared tin.
- Sprinkle the top with chopped nuts.approx. 40 g nuts
Step 3 – baking the date cake
- Place the tin with the cake into the preheated oven and bake for about 40 minutes – until a skewer comes out clean.
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Why is it worth preparing a sugar-free date cake?
Recently, I’ve been browsing the ‘internet’ in search of interesting, tasty, and healthy cakes for my husband’s running trips. That’s how I stumbled upon Nadia’s recipe Nadii. The date cake itself is incredibly simple and quick to prepare, healthy, and made only with the natural sweetness of dates. There’s no refined sugar and no eggs. Additionally, despite using peanut butter, the cake has few calories but a lot of protein. So it will be perfect for demanding workouts, runs, but also for everyday – for people who want to eat healthier and don’t shy away from sweets ;) Be sure to save this recipe for later!
Who is this cake for? – elimination diets and beyond
As I wrote above, this cake will be great for athletes – before and after training, or competitions. But also for people who limit sugar, for people who cannot eat chicken eggs. This is a great option for people who need lactose-free recipes – use lactose-free milk here, but also for vegetarians and vegans, and even for people with celiac disease and on a gluten-free diet! Additionally, the cake will of course be great for children!
What ingredients are needed to prepare this healthy date cake?
To make such a fit date cake, you only need a few basic ingredients. Below is a condensed list of products I used and possible substitutes.
- dates – in the recipe, I give the weight of pitted dates! you can also use fresh, soft dates
- peanut butter – I used creamy (smooth) peanut butter, you can substitute it with another type of nut butter – e.g., cashew, the recipe author made this cake with tahini paste, and it can also be used here
- oil – I used rapeseed oil, but you can use any oil, including melted coconut oil
- nuts – for sprinkling the cake, I used chopped pecans – you can use any nuts, use what you have, or what you like best
How to vary the taste of pumpkin cake?
If you like, you can also add chopped chocolate or finely diced dried fruit to the cake. I think apple or pear slices arranged on top would also work well here – they will add a slight moisture to the cake.
How to prepare a healthy date cake?
To streamline and speed up the process, I immediately transferred my dates to a blender – if you want, you can chop the dates beforehand, but it’s not mandatory. Here I added hot milk, then peanut butter and oil. This allowed me to blend the mixture immediately without dirtying additional dishes. You can also blend the date mixture with an immersion blender if you don’t have a stand blender.
Frequently Asked Questions – FAQ
Can this cake be made gluten-free?
Yes, you can make this cake with gluten-free oat flour (or blended gluten-free oat flakes), or with another light gluten-free flour. Remember to use gluten-free baking powder or use a flat teaspoon of baking soda instead of baking powder.
Can date cake be made vegan?
You can very easily make this cake vegan – just use a plant-based drink to blend with the dates.
How to store date and nut cake?
You can store the cake on the kitchen counter. I recommend transferring it to an airtight container with a lid to prevent it from drying out – the cake is already more on the dry side than moist.
Can date cake be frozen?
Yes, the cake can be frozen for about 3 months.
I hope this detailed recipe for a healthy and fit date and peanut butter cake will also find its way into your home. Be sure to share your impressions in the comments under the recipe!
Recommended date cake recipes
Be sure to try my other recipes for delicious cakes (and more) baked with dates. Here I recommend three such recipes, and more on the blog.
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Healthy Sugar-Free Date Cake Recipe
If you are looking for a healthy, sugar-free cake that is simple to make and perfect for the whole family, this recipe is for you. This Date and Nut Cake is an aromatic, moist bake that contains neither white sugar nor eggs. As an egg-free and sugar-free dessert, it is an excellent choice for those on elimination diets, plant-based diets, or anyone searching for healthier alternatives to classic treats.
The natural sweetness of dates, the crunch of nuts, and a clean ingredient list make this healthy date cake the perfect fit dessert to enjoy with coffee, as an afternoon snack, or to pack in a lunchbox. The recipe is incredibly easy, so even those with little baking experience will find it a breeze. Most importantly, you can whip up this vegan date cake without any complicated ingredients or spending hours in the kitchen.
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Step-by-Step Photos: To make things as easy as possible, I’ve included photos showing every stage of the baking process.
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Video Tutorial: Check out the short video to see exactly what the batter consistency should look like at every step.
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Foolproof: If you’re looking for a tried-and-tested sugar-free and egg-free cake that turns out perfectly every time, you have to try this date and nut version.
