Banana date cake with caramel sauce
Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Banana Date Cake with Caramel Sauce! This easy-to-make dessert combines the natural sweetness of bananas and dates with a hint of nutmeg, creating a moist and flavorful cake. Topped with a rich caramel sauce, it's the perfect treat for any occasion. Follow our simple recipe and make this scrumptious cake in no time!
- 10 Mar 2025
- Cook time 58 min
- Prep time 20 min
- 6 Servings
- 12 Ingredients
Banana Date Cake with Caramel Sauce is an indulgent dessert that blends the sweetness of ripe bananas with the richness of dates and a luscious caramel sauce. It’s a perfect treat for any occasion, offering a delightful balance of flavors and textures.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a bundt pan or a 9x5 inch loaf pan to prevent sticking.
- In a small saucepan, bring 1 cup of water to a boil.
- Remove from heat and add the chopped dates. Let them soak until they become soft and the water cools down to room temperature.
- In a large bowl, sift together the self-raising flour, all-purpose white wheat flour, baking soda, and ground nutmeg.
- In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and add the brown sugar, mixing until well combined.
- Stir in the buttermilk and mashed bananas until evenly mixed.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the soaked dates, including their soaking water, until evenly distributed.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- In a small saucepan, dissolve 1 tsp of corn flour in a little bit of water to form a smooth paste.
- Add the remaining water (about 1/2 cup) and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens.
- Remove from heat and stir in the 1/2 tsp of vanilla extract.
- Allow the sauce to cool to room temperature.
- Drizzle the caramel sauce over the cooled banana date cake just before serving.
- Optionally, you can serve additional caramel sauce on the side.
Tips:
- Ensure the bananas are ripe as they add natural sweetness and moisture to the cake.
- Chop the dates finely to ensure they are evenly distributed throughout the cake batter.
- Use fresh buttermilk to achieve the best flavor and texture in the cake.
- Allow the cake to cool slightly before pouring over the caramel sauce to prevent it from soaking in too much.
- Consider adding a pinch of salt to the caramel sauce to enhance the flavor.
- Use a toothpick to check if the cake is done; it should come out clean when inserted into the center.
Enjoy this Banana Date Cake with Caramel Sauce warm, served slightly with a dollop of cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. This dessert promises to be a crowd-pleaser, leaving your guests asking for seconds!
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 210 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 400kcal | 20% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 7g | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 90g | 25% |
| Fiber 3.79g | 10% |
| Sugar 60g | 60% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 2.70g | 3% |
| Saturated 0.85g | 3% |
| Cholesterol 70mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 30ug | 3% |
| Choline 63mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B1 0.15mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B2 0.09mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B3 1.16mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B6 0.16mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B9 30ug | 8% |
| Vitamin B12 0.17ug | 7% |
| Vitamin C 5mg | 6% |
| Vitamin E 0.23mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K 0.86ug | 1% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 66mg | 5% |
| Copper, Cu 0.19mg | 21% |
| Iron, Fe 1.22mg | 11% |
| Magnesium, Mg 40mg | 10% |
| Phosphorus, P 100mg | 8% |
| Potassium, K 420mg | 12% |
| Selenium, Se 13ug | 23% |
| Sodium, Na 260mg | 17% |
| Zinc, Zn 0.72mg | 7% |
| Water | |
| Water 90g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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