Date and Walnut Cake - Possibly the Best Cake Ever

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar is less processed and has a lower glycemic index.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: applesauce

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Applesauce reduces fat and adds moisture.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cake flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories; water can be used for moisture.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Grease and line a baking pan with parchment paper.

Chop the dates and walnuts into small pieces.

In a bowl, combine the chopped dates and walnuts with a tablespoon of flour to prevent sticking.

In another bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.

In a separate bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.

Fold in the date and walnut mixture gently.

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top.

Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Once cooled, dust with powdered sugar if desired.

Slice and serve.

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