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Soft Apple Date Rustic Cake with Toffee Glaze

Indulgent Soft Apple Date Rustic Cake with Toffee Glaze

This Soft Apple Date Rustic Cake with Toffee Glaze is a moist and delicious treat perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Base
  • 3 cups Diced Apples Granny Smith or Honeycrisp recommended
  • 1 cup Chopped Dates Can substitute dried figs or raisins
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Can substitute coconut sugar or maple syrup
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Adjust quantity for less sweetness
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Use coconut oil for dairy-free
  • 2 large Eggs Use applesauce or flax eggs for vegan
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Optional but recommended
For the Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Or a gluten-free 1:1 blend
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Ensure freshness
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Ensure freshness
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Adjust with ginger or cloves if desired
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
For Moisture
  • 1 cup Milk (or Buttermilk) Almond or oat milk for dairy-free

Equipment

  • 8-inch round cake pan
  • mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • sifter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8-inch round cake pan.
  2. Combine melted unsalted butter with brown sugar and granulated sugar in a bowl, whisk until smooth.
  3. Add eggs and vanilla extract to the mixture, whisk until fully combined.
  4. Sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt in a separate bowl.
  5. Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet mixture, alternating with milk until just combined.
  6. Fold in diced apples and chopped dates evenly.
  7. Pour batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top. Bake for 35-40 minutes.
  8. Remove from oven and let cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better blending and texture. Store in an airtight container.

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