Ingredients
- 200 g wholemeal self-raising flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 110 g dates , finely chopped
- 50 g dessicated coconut
- 50 g water chestnuts nuts, finely chopped
- 3 tsp ground mix spice, cinnamon or nutmeg
- 110 g melted unsalted butter
- 110 g sultanas
- 1 large carrot , grated
- Grated zest of 1 orange & 2 tbsp orange juice
- 2 eggs , beaten
- For the topping(optional)
- 200 g cream cheese
- 100 g dates , finely chopped
- Zest & juice of 1 orange or lemon
Steps
- Preheat the oven to 150C & lightly grease a 20cm(8in) round cake tin.
- Sift the flour & baking powder into a large bowl and add the dates, coconut, nuts & spices.
- Mix thoroughly, then make a well in the centre.
- Combine the melted butter, sultanas, carrot & orange zest & juice.
- Add to the dry ingredients and combine to make a thick paste.
- Add the eggs and mix thoroughly.
- Spoon the mixture into the cake tin and place in the oven. Bake for 45-60 minutes or until done.
- Remove from the oven & allow to cool.
- If using the topping, blend the ingredients until smooth and spread over the cake.
Please be mindful of any allergies you and/or your family may have before you try out this recipe.