Gluten-Free Sticky Date Cake Recipe

Name: Gluten-Free Sticky Date Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups pitted dates, chopped; 1/2 cup boiling water; 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar; 1 teaspoon baking soda/bicarb soda; 1 cup almond flour; .75 cups millet flour; 2 eggs; 1/4 cup grapeseed oil; 3 tablespoons honey; 2 tablespoons maple syrup

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 350 u00b0F/175 u00b0C. Line or grease either a 8-inch cake tin or a 9-inch by 4-inch loaf pan.
2
Place the chopped dates and boiling water in a small saucepan. When it comes back to the boil, add the cream of tartar and baking soda; stir as it froths. Turn off the heat and set the saucepan aside
3
In a large bowl, combine almond and millet flours (using a whisk or a fork is best)
4
In a medium bowl, lightly beat the eggs, then add the grapeseed oil and honey
5
Stir the wet ingredients into the dry
6
Pour in the dates and use a wooden spoon to combine the mixture thoroughly
7
Pour the batter into the cake tin or loaf pan
8
Bake for around 40 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into the middle of the cake comes out clean
9
While it is still warm, poke holes with a toothpick on top of the cake, and pour the maple syrup over the cake

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* 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.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups pitted dates, chopped, 1/2 cup boiling water, 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar, 1 teaspoon baking soda/bicarb soda, and more.

Yes, Gluten-Free Sticky Date 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!

Gluten-Free Sticky Date Cake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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