Date Bran Cake Recipe

Name: Date Bran Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup 100% bran (fiber one, Bran buds or All bran); 1 cup water; 1 medium egg; 3 tablespoons dark molasses; 1/3 cup vegetable oil; 1 cup all-purpose flour; 3 tablespoons packed brown sugar; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1/3 cup finely chopped dates

Servings: persons

1
Place bran, water, egg, molasses and veggie oil in a small bowl. Mix lightly and let stand at room temperature for 30 to 45 minutes. (This timing is very important.)
2
Place flour, brown sugar, salt, baking powder, soda and dates in a mixer bowl and mix at low speed for about 1/2 minute to blend well.
3
Add the bran mixture and mix at medium speed to blend well. Do not overmix.
4
Spread evenly in a well greased 8 inch square pan and bake at 375 degrees F for 20 to 25 minutes or until the cake is firm in the centre and draws away from the sides of the pan.
5
Cool the cake to room temperature and cut 3 x 4 into 12 equal portions.
6
Use 1 square per serving.
7
food exchange per serving- 1 bread and 1 fat.
8
low sodium diets- omit salt.
9
use low sodium baking powder.
10
low cholesterol diets- omit egg.
11
use 1/4 cup liquid egg substitute.

359

kcal

Calories

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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup 100% bran (fiber one, Bran buds or All bran), 1 cup water, 1 medium egg, 3 tablespoons dark molasses, and more.

Yes, Date Bran Cake 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!

Date Bran Cake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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