Heathy Vanilla Cake with Chocolate Fudge Frosting


INGREDIENTS

VANILLA CAKE
18 pitted medjool dates (about 1 1/2 cups packed)
1 1/2 cups water
1 3/4 cups oat flour
1 1/2 tbsps baking powder
1 tsp vanilla bean powder (or vanilla extract)

CHOCOLATE FUDGE FROSTING
12 pitted medjool dates (about 1 cup packed)
2/3 cup water
1/2 cup almond butter
2-3 tbsp cacao powder (or cocoa powder)
Optional: pinch of salt

INSTRUCTIONS
  1. Preheat the oven to 350F.
  2. In a high speed blender, combine the water and medjool dates. Blend until smooth.
  3. Add the rest of the cake ingredients. Blend very briefly until just combined. Do not over-blend or the cake will come out gummy.
  4. Pour the batter into an 8-inch square or round pan that is either greased or lined with parchment paper. Spread evenly.
  5. Bake for 30-35 minutes at 350F.
  6. Cool completely before frosting.
  7. For the frosting, combine all the ingredients in a high speed blender. Blend until very smooth and creamy. Use as is, or refrigerate for a few hours to thicken.
  8. Spread a generous layer of the chocolate fudge frosting on the cake. Top with sprinkles or fruit or whatever you like. Enjoy!



Original Recipes visit: Heathy Vanilla Cake with Chocolate Fudge Frosting @ feastingonfruit.com

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