Date Spice Cake

[express]

Really yummy and easy to make. (pg 184, 5/01 CL) I was skeptical yet intrigued by the tofu and soy and lack of eggs. I did cut back on the dates (one 8oz package) and added 1/4 c of golden raisins. I think the next time I will put some walnuts in it.

[MPHenderson]

I tried this one recently, too. Easy to assemble. Very moist (maybe even a bit too moist; might keep it in oven a bit longer).

I included a bit of mace and reduced nutmeg a bit.

Also, recipe called for slicing 11" x 7" pan into 8 servings; the pieces seemd bit large, so I sliced into 16 satisfying servings.

Even non-tofu-eating Mom enjoyed. I like previous suggestion of adding some dried fruit. Will definitely try next time.

[misstapioca]

i made this cake a couple weeks ago and took it to work. positive reviews from coworkers who are unfamiliar with soy products. I realized at the last minute that i was out of nutmeg so i used a little bit of mace. It was just me who noticed that the cake had a little bit of a "rubbery" texture. I think i may have overcooked it a tad. The serving size was a bit generous for 4 WW points.

[PoppyJ]

My DH and I loved this cake. I was going through the old magazines and decided to try this last night. Easy to make and very moist. I plan to make another cake tonight with the leftover tofu and freeze it.

The serving size was very generous, which made us very, very happy.:D

[Kathy B]

I have made this several times, too, and I really enjoy the spiciness. My DS inhales it!! :)

[meslgh]

This sounds yummy! Could someone please post the recipe? Thanks.

[valchemist]

* Exported from MasterCook *

Date Spice Cake

Recipe By :Cooking Light Magazine. May 2001. Page: 184.
Serving Size : 8 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Desserts

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 1/2 cups chopped pitted dates
1 cup low-fat vanilla soy milk
1 cup granulated sugar
6 ounces soft tofu, drained (about 3/4 cup)
3 tablespoons butter, softened
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
Cooking spray
1 tablespoon powdered sugar

Directions.
Tofu is blended with dates in this hearty, spice-filled dessert that's reminiscent of carrot cake. Because the cake isn't iced, it travels well.

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

2. Combine the dates and milk in a small saucepan; bring to a boil. Cover and remove from heat; let stand 5 minutes or until dates are soft. Place date mixture in a food processor or blender, and process until almost smooth, scraping the sides of bowl occasionally. Add the granulated sugar, tofu, and butter, and process until smooth. Spoon flour into dry measuring cups, and level with a knife. Combine the flour and the next 6 ingredients (flour through cloves) in a large bowl, stirring with a whisk. Stir in date mixture.

3. Spread the batter into an 11 x 7-inch baking dish coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes in dish on a wire rack; remove from dish. Cool completely on wire rack. Sprinkle with powdered sugar. Yield: 8 servings.