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

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:

1 cup self-raising flour
150g
2 tbsp all-purpose white wheat flour
30g
1 tsp baking soda
5g
1 tsp ground nutmeg
5g
1 cup dates
150g
1 cup brown sugar
230g
2 eggs
100g
1/2 cup buttermilk
120g
2 bananas
240g
1 cup water
250g
1 tsp corn flour
5g
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
2g

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a bundt pan or a 9x5 inch loaf pan to prevent sticking.
2. Prepare the Dates:
- 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.
3. Mix the Dry Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, sift together the self-raising flour, all-purpose white wheat flour, baking soda, and ground nutmeg.
4. Combine Wet Ingredients:
- 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.
5. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
- 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.
6. Bake the Cake:
- 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.
7. Prepare the Caramel Sauce:
- 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.
8. Serve:
- 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 Size210 grams
Energy
Calories 400kcal20%
Protein
Protein 7g4%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 90g25%
Fiber 3.79g10%
Sugar 60g60%
Fat
Fat 2.70g3%
Saturated 0.85g3%
Cholesterol 70mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 30ug3%
Choline 63mg12%
Vitamin B1 0.15mg12%
Vitamin B2 0.09mg7%
Vitamin B3 1.16mg7%
Vitamin B6 0.16mg9%
Vitamin B9 30ug8%
Vitamin B12 0.17ug7%
Vitamin C 5mg6%
Vitamin E 0.23mg2%
Vitamin K 0.86ug1%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 66mg5%
Copper, Cu 0.19mg21%
Iron, Fe 1.22mg11%
Magnesium, Mg 40mg10%
Phosphorus, P 100mg8%
Potassium, K 420mg12%
Selenium, Se 13ug23%
Sodium, Na 260mg17%
Zinc, Zn 0.72mg7%
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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