Deep Dark Secret Cake

Prep: 15 min Cook: 30 min Cuisine: American

A rich, indulgent layered cake filled with dates, bananas, and nuts, topped with whipped cream, perfect for special occasions or dessert lovers seeking deep, sweet flavors.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 4 eggs
  • 1/2 cup flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 pound dates, cut up
  • 1 cup chopped nuts
  • 3 or 4 bananas, sliced
  • 2 oranges
  • 1 can crushed pineapple with syrup
  • 1 pint whipped cream

Instructions

  1. Beat the brown sugar and eggs together until well combined.
  2. Add the flour, baking powder, vanilla, and salt to the mixture and mix thoroughly.
  3. Fold in the chopped dates and nuts until evenly distributed.
  4. Spread the batter on a cookie sheet and bake at 350°F for 30 minutes or until done.
  5. Let the cake cool slightly before serving, and top with whipped cream if desired.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

708 kcal 35% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 8.1g 16% DV
Total Fat 18.7g 24% DV
Carbs 121.2g 44% DV
Fiber 3.6g 13% DV
Sugar 49.7g 99% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 12428mg 100% DV
Potassium 759.3mg 16% DV
Cholesterol 92.8mg 31% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 121.8mcg 14% DV
Vitamin C 11.6mg 13% DV
Vitamin D 0.4mcg 2% DV
Calcium 1603mg 100% DV
Iron 5.5mg 31% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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