Eggless Milkless Date Nut Cake

Treat yourself to the wholesome delights of Eggless Milkless Date Nut Cake, a moist and flavorful dessert perfect for any occasion. This dairy-free, egg-free cake relies on naturally sweet pitted dates simmered into a luscious paste, creating a rich, caramel-like base that’s complemented by the warm spice of cinnamon and nutty crunch of walnuts or pecans. With no complicated techniques or specialty ingredients, this one-bowl wonder comes together effortlessly, making it an ideal choice for both novice and seasoned bakers. Whether served plain or adorned with a dusting of powdered sugar, this cake is a crowd-pleasing treat that pairs beautifully with a cup of tea or coffee. Perfect for vegans or those seeking a comforting yet simple homemade dessert, this recipe will have everyone asking for seconds!

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Pitted dates
• 1.25 cups Water
• 0.75 cups Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cups Vegetable oil
• 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoons Baking soda
• 1 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 1 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 0.75 cups Chopped walnuts or pecans

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch round or square cake pan, or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a small saucepan, combine the pitted dates and water. Bring to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the dates are softened and form a thick paste. Let the mixture cool to room temperature.

Step 3

While the date mixture cools, in a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon.

Step 4

In another bowl, mix the cooled date paste, granulated sugar, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until well combined.

Step 5

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, folding them together with a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 6

Gently fold in the chopped walnuts or pecans, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 35–40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.

Step 9

Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Slice and serve as is, or dust with powdered sugar for a simple garnish. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1211.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3742.9

Total Fat 167.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 21.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 67.2g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2904.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 574.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 36.4g	0%
Total Sugars 393.4g
Protein 40.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 359.5mg	0%
Iron 14.8mg	0%
Potassium 3093.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 38.0%

Protein: 4.1%

Carbs: 58.0%