Best 4 Country Womens Association Delicious Date And Ginger Cake Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our Country Women's Association's mouthwatering Date and Ginger Cake. This classic teatime treat is a harmonious blend of sweet, sticky dates and the warmth of aromatic ginger, perfectly balanced within a moist and fluffy sponge. With variations including a gluten-free option and a decadent chocolate glaze, this recipe caters to diverse dietary preferences and taste buds.

The traditional Date and Ginger Cake is a quintessential afternoon delight, offering a perfect balance of flavors and textures. For those seeking a healthier alternative, the gluten-free rendition is equally satisfying, using almond meal and coconut flour to create a delectable treat that is both nutritious and delicious.

For chocolate enthusiasts, the Chocolate Date and Ginger Cake is an irresistible indulgence. The rich, velvety chocolate glaze adds an extra layer of decadence, transforming this classic cake into an extraordinary dessert that will impress any crowd.

Whether you prefer the traditional, gluten-free, or chocolate variation, our Country Women's Association's Date and Ginger Cake is sure to become a beloved favorite. The detailed instructions and helpful tips ensure success, making it an ideal recipe for both experienced bakers and those just starting their culinary adventures. Embrace the joy of baking and savor the delightful flavors of this timeless classic.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

DATE & GINGER MALT LOAF



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A dark, sticky and lightly spiced cake that merges Jamaican ginger cake with sticky toffee pudding and malt loaf

Provided by Cassie Best

Categories     Afternoon tea, Dessert

Time 1h45m

Yield Cuts into 10 slices

Number Of Ingredients 13

200g butter , cut into cubes, plus extra for greasing
140g stoned date , chopped
410ml can evaporated milk
100g soft dark brown sugar
225g plain flour
3 tbsp malted milk powder (we used Horlicks)
2 tsp ground ginger
50g stem ginger , roughly chopped (reserve the syrup)
2 tsp bicarbonate of soda
2 large eggs
50g stem ginger , chopped
5 tbsp ginger syrup (from the stem ginger jar)
5 tbsp icing sugar

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 160C/140C fan/gas 3. Grease and line a 900g/2lb loaf tin with baking parchment. Put the dates, evaporated milk and sugar in a small saucepan, bring to the boil and cook for 5 mins until the dates are soft and the sugar has dissolved. Leave to cool.
  • Put the flour, malted milk powder, ground ginger, stem ginger, bicarb and butter into a food processor, and blitz until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs. Pour in the cooled date mixture and the eggs, and pulse briefly until the mixture is combined. Tip into your prepared tin and bake for 1 hr 15 mins until a skewer inserted comes out clean. Leave to cool for 10 mins in the tin, then transfer to a wire rack. Combine all the ingredients for the drizzle and spoon over the cake. Leave to set before serving. This cake is delicious if eaten on the day it is made, but will improve after a day or 2 in the cake tin.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 474 calories, Fat 22 grams fat, SaturatedFat 13 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 62 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 44 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 8 grams protein, Sodium 1.2 milligram of sodium

FRESH GINGER CAKE



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David Lebovitz's headily spiced cake, which Amanda Hesser wrote about in The Times in 1999, calls for a quarter-pound of fresh ginger. Mr. Lebovitz, who was a pastry chef at Chez Panisse in Berkeley, Calif., has since had a long career as a cookbook author and blogger. But this recipe, from his second cookbook, "Room for Dessert," is from relatively early in his writing career. Boldly flavored with just cinnamon, cloves, black pepper and, yes, a lot of fresh ginger, it is simplicity exemplified, coming together quickly and without a mixer. The cake - much like the recipe itself - ages well, its flavors melding and deepening over time.

Provided by Amanda Hesser

Categories     cakes, dessert

Time 2h

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup mild molasses
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup neutral oil, such as grapeseed, vegetable or canola
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 teaspoons baking soda
4 ounces fresh ginger, peeled, sliced and finely chopped
2 eggs, at room temperature

Steps:

  • Position rack in center of oven and heat to 350 degrees. Line a 9-inch round cake pan with 3-inch sides, or a 9-inch springform pan, with a circle of parchment paper.
  • In a medium bowl, mix together the molasses, sugar and oil. In separate medium bowl, sift together flour, cinnamon, cloves and black pepper.
  • In a small saucepan, bring 1 cup water to a boil. Stir in baking soda, then mix hot water into molasses mixture. Stir in ginger.
  • Gradually whisk the dry ingredients into batter. Add eggs, and continue mixing until everything is thoroughly combined. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, and bake for about 1 hour, until the top of cake springs back lightly when pressed or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. If the top of cake browns too quickly before cake is done, drape a piece of foil over it and continue baking.
  • Cool cake for at least 30 minutes. Run a knife around the edge of cake to loosen it from pan. Invert cake onto a cooling rack, and remove parchment paper.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 504, UnsaturatedFat 21 grams, Carbohydrate 71 grams, Fat 23 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 279 milligrams, Sugar 45 grams, TransFat 0 grams

CINNAMON GINGER CAKE



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Make and share this Cinnamon Ginger Cake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by KiwiMegan

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 1h10m

Yield 1 cake, 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

125 g butter
1/3 cup caster sugar
1 egg
1 3/4 cups plain flour
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 cup hot water
3/4 cup honey

Steps:

  • 1. Cream butter and sugar in a small bowl with electric mixer until light and fluffy. Add egg, beat until combined, gradually add honey, beat well.
  • 2. Transfer mixture to large bowl, stir in half the sifted dry ingredients with half the water, then stir in remaining dry ingredients with water; stir until smooth.
  • 3. Pour into prepared tin, bake at 190 degrees celsius for about 1hour. Stand 5minutes before turning onto wire rack to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 2807.8, Fat 107.9, SaturatedFat 65.8, Cholesterol 453.1, Sodium 1609.2, Carbohydrate 448.1, Fiber 8.3, Sugar 276.3, Protein 31.1

COUNTRY WOMEN'S ASSOCIATION DELICIOUS DATE AND GINGER CAKE



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From the Country Women's Association Cakes Cookbook, stated as contributed by B. Lee from Tasmania. This cake turns out just as well made with a purchased gluten-free blended self-raising flour to make this cake gluten-free suited. A simple and tasty cake to serve with a cuppa tea or coffee.

Provided by Jubes

Categories     Dessert

Time 55m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup dried dates, chopped
1 cup soft brown sugar
1/2 cup crystallized ginger, chopped if needed
110 g butter, chopped
1 teaspoon bicarbonate of soda (baking soda)
1 1/2 cups self-raising flour or 1 1/2 cups gluten-free self-raising flour
1 egg, beaten

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 180°C (fan-forced 160°C).
  • Grease an 18cm square cake tin.
  • Place chopped dates, brown sugar, ginger, butter and one cup of water in a saucepan. Bring to the boil, then take off the stove and add the bicarbonate of soda. Stir.
  • Add the sifted flour and the beaten egg.
  • Mix well.
  • Pour the mixture into the prepared tin.
  • Bake for about 45 minutes.

Tips for a Perfect Date and Ginger Cake:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your cake.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the cake tough.
  • Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. If the toothpick comes out with crumbs attached, the cake needs to bake longer.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it. This will help prevent the frosting from melting and running off the cake.
  • If you don't have any ginger on hand, you can substitute ground cinnamon or cloves.
  • For a sweeter cake, add an extra 1/2 cup of sugar to the batter.
  • To make the cake more moist, add an extra 1/4 cup of milk to the batter.
  • For a richer cake, use dark brown sugar instead of granulated sugar.
  • To add a bit of crunch, sprinkle chopped walnuts or pecans on top of the cake before baking.

Conclusion:

This delicious date and ginger cake is a perfect treat for any occasion. It's moist, flavorful, and packed with healthy ingredients. Plus, it's easy to make and can be customized to your own taste. So next time you're looking for a sweet and satisfying snack, give this cake a try!

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