Step #1
DATE PASTE: In a saucepan add all the ingredients (pitted & chopped dates, water & spices) and put it on medium-low heat until it turns into a mushy/paste like texture and all the liquid is absorbed by the dates (if all the water evaporates before it turns into a mushy mix add a little more water at a time until desired texture). This might take 15-20 minutes. Then set aside to cool slightly.
Step #2
Before mixing the cake batter add in the bicarbonate of soda and mix well.
Step #3
CAKE BATTER: Grease well a rectangle tray of choice and pre heat the oven to 170oC. Place all the ingredients in a bowl and beat for 2 minutes to form a smooth batter.
Step #4
Fold the date paste in the rest of the cake batter a couple spoonfuls at a time until it's evenly mixed. Pour the cake batter in the prepared tin.
Step #5
Bake in the oven for around 35-40 minutes or until fully baked (this might vary significantly depending how deep your tray will be).
Step #6
ASSEMBLY: Remove from the oven and evenly pour over the toffee sauce covering the whole cake. Serve warm with custard or ice cream of choice.
