Ingredients
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2 cups pitted dates, chopped
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2 cups dried apricots, chopped
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2 cups dried figs, chopped
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2 ripe bananas , mashed
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2 teaspoons baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
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1/4 cup water
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1 tablespoon maple syrup
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1/4 cup coconut sugar
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1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
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1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
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1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
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1/4 teaspoon turmeric
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1/4 cup walnuts , chopped
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1/4 cup pecans , chopped
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1/4 cup almond milk
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1/4 cup unsweetened apple sauce
Directions
Sub_title: A delicious, moist cake perfect for any occasion!
Quick Description: This cake is packed with exotic flavors from North Africa, including dates, apricots, figs, and pomegranate seeds. It’s a perfect combination of sweet and savory, making it a hit at parties and gatherings. Plus, it’s easy to prepare and can be made ahead of time.
Ingredients:
* 2 cups pitted dates, chopped
* 2 cups dried apricots, chopped
* 2 cups dried figs, chopped
* 2 ripe bananas, mashed
* 2 teaspoons baking powder
* 1/2 teaspoon salt
* 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
* 1/4 cup water
* 1 tablespoon maple syrup
* 1/4 cup coconut sugar
* 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
* 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
* 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
* 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
* 1/4 teaspoon turmeric
* 1/4 cup walnuts, chopped
* 1/4 cup pecans, chopped
* 1/4 cup almond milk
* 1/4 cup unsweetened apple sauce
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F and grease two 8-inch round cake pans with non-stick cooking spray. Line the bottom of each pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on both sides.
2. In a large bowl, combine the chopped dates, dried fruits, mashed bananas, baking powder, and salt. Mix well until everything is combined.
3. In another small bowl, whisk together the applesauce, water, maple syrup, coconut sugar, cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, and nutmeg. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and mix well.
4. Fold in the chopped nuts and almond milk. The batter will be thick and sticky.
5. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Smooth out the top of each layer using a rubber spatula.
6. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Remove from heat and let cool completely in the pan.
7. Once cool, carefully remove the layers from the pan and place them onto a wire rack. Allow to cool completely before assembling.
8. To assemble the cake, spread a generous amount of frosting (see below) on one layer of the cake. Place the other layer on top and press down lightly.
9. Cover the entire surface of the cake with frosting. Decorate as desired with additional fruit, nuts, or flowers.
10. Serve chilled or at room temperature. Store any leftovers in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Servings: 12 – 16 Servings
Total Time Needed: 1 hour and 15 minutes
Note: You may need to adjust the baking time depending on your oven. Start checking after 25 minutes and continue checking every few minutes until done.
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Preheat oven to 350°F and grease two 8-inch round cake pans with non-stick cooking spray. Line the bottom of each pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on both sides. |
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In a large bowl, combine the chopped dates, dried fruits, mashed bananas, baking powder, and salt. Mix well until everything is combined. |
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In another small bowl, whisk together the applesauce, water, maple syrup, coconut sugar, cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, and nutmeg. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and mix well. |
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Fold in the chopped nuts and almond milk. The batter will be thick and sticky. |
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Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Smooth out the top of each layer using a rubber spatula. |
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Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Remove from heat and let cool completely in the pan. |
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Once cool, carefully remove the layers from the pan and place them onto a wire rack. Allow to cool completely before assembling. |
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To assemble the cake, spread a generous amount of frosting (see below) on one layer of the cake. Place the other layer on top and press down lightly. |
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Cover the entire surface of the cake with frosting. Decorate as desired with additional fruit, nuts, or flowers. |
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Serve chilled or at room temperature. Store any leftovers in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Difficulty Level: Easy Servings: 12 - 16 Servings Total Time Needed: 1 hour and 15 minutes Note: You may need to adjust the baking time depending on your oven. Start checking after 25 minutes and continue checking every few minutes until done. |
