Sticky Apple Date Vanilla Pudding Cake
A comforting and delicious dessert featuring moist chunks of apple and sweet dates enveloped in a vanilla pudding batter.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups diced apples Use firmer varieties like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp.
- 1 cup chopped dates Substitute with figs or raisins if desired.
- 1 cup all-purpose flour Can be substituted with gluten-free flour.
- 1 cup sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup milk Use dairy-free milk for a dairy-free version.
- 2 large eggs Can be replaced with flaxseed meal for a vegan version.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon Consider adding nutmeg or ginger for extra flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- Start by gathering all your ingredients.
- Dice the apples and chop the dates into small pieces.
- Pre-measure all other ingredients for a smoother baking process.
Baking
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease and flour an 8-inch round cake pan.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk, and stir until just combined.
- Gently fold in the diced apples and chopped dates into the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, smoothing the top.
- Bake for about 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Notes
Serve warm with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream. Can also be enjoyed at room temperature. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days.