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Nutritious Date and Apple Cake: A Wholesome Dessert Option

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Looking for a delicious guilt-free dessert? Our Nutritious Date and Apple Cake is the ideal choice. It’s full of flavor and uses real-food ingredients. Plus, it’s perfect for anyone who wants a sweet treat without giving up their health goals.

This cake is gluten-free. It uses almond and oat flour to create a soft and moist base. The fresh apples inside add a sweet and fruity taste. And to top it off, there’s a cinnamon pecan crumb for a warm, crunchy finish.

Our Date and Apple Cake stands out because it uses healthy ingredients. Instead of wheat flour, it features almond and oat flour for a gluten-free option. Greek yogurt adds moisture and a tang, with maple syrup bringing in natural sweetness. It’s perfect for a guilt-free breakfast or dessert.

If you want a dessert that’s both comforting and healthy, try our cake. It’s a great way to feed your body well while enjoying something sweet!

How to Make Date and Apple Cake

This cake brings together sweet dates and apples with the nuttiness of almond and oat flour. It creates a moist and rich cake. Perfect for any time you want something sweet.

Here’s a look at what you’ll need:

  • Almond flour: 1 cup
  • Oat flour: 1 cup
  • Cinnamon: 1 teaspoon
  • Salt: 1/2 teaspoon
  • Baking soda: 1/2 teaspoon
  • Eggs: 3 large
  • Greek yogurt: 1/2 cup
  • Coconut oil: 1/4 cup, melted
  • Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
  • Maple syrup: 1/2 cup
  • Chopped apples: 1 cup

Now, let’s start making the cake:

  1. Combine almond flour, oat flour, cinnamon, salt, and baking soda in a mixing bowl. Mix them.
  2. In another bowl, beat eggs, Greek yogurt, melted coconut oil, vanilla, and maple syrup.
  3. Blend the wet mix into the dry. Keep stirring until everything is mixed well.
  4. Add the chopped apples and fold them in gently.
  5. Grease a baking pan. Put the batter in and level it.
  6. Top your cake with a cinnamon pecan crumb. It’ll make your cake crunchy and extra tasty.
  7. Bake at 350°F for 40-50 minutes. Check with a toothpick; it should come out clean.
  8. Cool the cake completely before cutting and serving.

Now, you can enjoy a slice of your date and apple cake. Its sweetness from dates, juicy apples, and cinnamon flavor will be a hit.

If you need a visual guide to help you along the way, here’s an image of the cake:

Next, we’ll look into serving ideas and how to store your cake to keep it fresh longer.

Serving and Storing Date and Apple Cake

This tasty date and apple cake can be served many ways, making it great for any time of day. Have it with coffee in the morning or as a dessert with ice cream or whipped cream. Adding a glaze or nut butter will bring even more flavor.

To keep this cake fresh, store it in an airtight container. You can keep it at room temperature for 2-3 days. If you want it to last longer, the fridge is the best place for 5-7 days. Want to keep it even longer? Freeze it for up to 3 months.

When freezing the cake, thaw it in the fridge overnight to keep it tasty. You can eat it cold or reheat for a warm treat. However you enjoy this cake, it’s a special dessert for many occasions.

FAQ

Can I use a different type of flour for this date and apple cake?

The recipe suggests almond and oat flour, but feel free to try others. Just remember, it might change the cake’s texture and taste.

Can I use regular yogurt instead of Greek yogurt?

Regular yogurt works, but Greek yogurt gives the cake more moisture and flavor. Yet, the cake will still be tasty with a different yogurt.

Can I substitute the maple syrup with another sweetener?

You can swap maple syrup for honey or agave. This changes the taste, but you can adjust it to how sweet you like it.

Can I omit the pecans in the crumb topping?

Sure thing! If you don’t want to use pecans, you can skip them or use walnuts or almonds instead.

Can I freeze the cake with the crumb topping?

Freezing the cake with crumb topping is fine. Just wrap it well or use an airtight container to keep it fresh.

Can I make this cake ahead of time for a special occasion?

Yes, make it a day early and keep it in the fridge. For the best taste, add the crumb topping right before you serve it.

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