How to Make Low Sugar Date Cake - A Step-by-Step Guide

For those looking for a delicious and guilt-free dessert option, this Low Sugar Date Cake is the perfect choice. Packed with the natural sweetness of dates and minimal added sugar, this recipe is a healthier alternative to traditional cakes. Whether you are following a low-sugar diet, trying to reduce your refined sugar intake, or simply looking for a tasty treat, this date cake is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup margarine
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tablespoon liquid sweetener
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 cups self-rising flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 cup dates, pitted and chopped
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1 ½ cups unsweetened applesauce

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 1 - 8x8 inch pan

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease and flour an 8x8 inch pan.
  • In a large bowl, cream together the margarine, eggs, sweetener, vanilla, cloves and cinnamon until creamy. Sift together the flour and baking powder, and mix in. Fold in dates, chopped pecans and applesauce. Pour batter into prepared pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Allow to cool.
  • Nutrition

    405 cal.

    • Total Fat: 23g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 47mg
    • Sodium: 638mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 47g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 19g
    • Protein: 7g
    • Vitamin C: 10mg
    • Calcium: 186mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 280mg