Apple Date Cake With Coconut Topping Recipe

Name: Apple Date Cake With Coconut Topping
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: FOR THE CAKE:; 4 Medium Green Apples (I Use Golden Delicious), Peeled And Chopped Small; 250 grams Pitted Dates, Chopped Small; 1-1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda; 1 cup Boiling Water; 1-3/4 cup Cake Flour; Pinch Of Salt; 120 grams Coconut Oil, Softened; 1 Egg, Lightly Beaten; 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract; FOR THE COCONUT TOPPING:; 3 Tablespoons Coconut Oil; 3 Tablespoons Honey Or Maple Syrup; 2 Tablespoons Almond Milk, Or Coconut Milk; 1 cup Desiccated Coconut (unsweetened)

Servings: persons

FOR THE CAKE:
4 Medium Green Apples (I Use Golden Delicious), Peeled And Chopped Small
250 grams Pitted Dates, Chopped Small
1-1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda
1 cup Boiling Water
1-3/4 cup Cake Flour
Pinch Of Salt
120 grams Coconut Oil, Softened
1 Egg, Lightly Beaten
2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract
FOR THE COCONUT TOPPING:
3 Tablespoons Coconut Oil
3 Tablespoons Honey Or Maple Syrup
2 Tablespoons Almond Milk, Or Coconut Milk
1 cup Desiccated Coconut (unsweetened)

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For the cake:
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Preheat oven to 180u00b0C (350u00b0F), grease and lightly flour an 8-inch (20cm) square (or round) cake tin.
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In a bowl, place apples, dates, baking soda and boiling water, give it a gentle stir and set aside to cool for about 18-20 minutes until dates are nice and soft, stirring occasionally.
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In another bowl, sift flour and salt together.
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Once apple date mixture has cooled, stir coconut oil, egg and vanilla into apple date mixture.
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With a metal spoon, stir sifted flour and salt gradually (about 4 tablespoons at a time) into the apple date mixture until all the flour is combined. Spoon cake mixture into cake tin and level out. Bake for 30 minutes.
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For the coconut topping:
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In the microwave, gently melt coconut oil and honey. Once mixture is liquid, take out of the microwave and stir in almond milk and desiccated coconut. Mix together well.
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Spoon coconut topping over the baked cake and press down with the back of a metal spoon to get an even layer. Return cake to oven until topping is golden, about 10 minutes. Keep an eye on it, it browns quickly.
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Place cake on a cooling rack and allow to cool in the cake tin. Slice into squares, gently lift out with a spatula or cake flip, and serve.
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Notes:
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1. I like to check the cake halfway through cooking time. If it's already golden enough, which it might be depending on your oven, cover the top with a piece of silver foil and continue baking.
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2. This cake is delicious as a dessert! Serve warm with whipped cream or ice cream. I also like it straight out the fridge in summer. It's absolutely delicious either way!
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3. This can be made a few days ahead of time. In fact, it just gets better as the flavours enhance over time! It freezes brilliantly, too.

1134

kcal

Calories

108

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: FOR THE CAKE:, 4 Medium Green Apples (I Use Golden Delicious), Peeled And Chopped Small, 250 grams Pitted Dates, Chopped Small, 1-1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda, and more.

Yes, Apple Date Cake With Coconut Topping falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Apple Date Cake With Coconut Topping

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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