Apple Date Oat Sponge Cake
A wholesome and comforting dessert that combines the delightful flavors of apples, dates, and oats into a moist and fluffy sponge cake, perfect for various occasions.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup oats
- 1 cup chopped dates
- 1 cup diced apples
- 1 cup all-purpose flour can be substituted with gluten-free blend
- ½ cup sugar can use natural sweeteners as alternatives
- ½ cup butter, softened can be replaced with coconut oil for a vegan version
- 2 pieces eggs can be substituted with flax eggs for vegan
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp cinnamon can adjust according to taste
- ½ cup milk can be replaced with almond or oat milk for vegan
- To taste toffee sauce for drizzling optional but recommended
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a cake pan with butter or non-stick spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring full incorporation before adding the next.
Mixing
- In another bowl, mix oats, all-purpose flour, baking powder, and cinnamon.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with milk.
- Gently fold in the chopped dates and diced apples.
Baking
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread it evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
- Cool the cake in the pan for a few minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.
- Before serving, drizzle warm toffee sauce over the cake.
Notes
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week. For longer storage, freeze wrapped tightly in plastic wrap and aluminum foil for up to three months.