FASTING APPLE CAKE WITHOUT SUGAR

A recipe for a healthy and moist apple cake without sugar, butter, or eggs that can easily rival any traditional cake. A slice makes the perfect companion to your morning drink or a wholesome snack for your child’s school lunchbox.

What you’ll need:

• 4 cups grated apple (I prefer green apples for a touch of tartness)

• 1 ½ cups honey or maple syrup

• 1 cup neutral coconut oil or vegetable oil

• 2 tablespoons orange juice

• Zest from 1 orange

• 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour

• 2 teaspoons baking soda

• 1 teaspoon salt

• 1 tablespoon spices (cinnamon, nutmeg, clove)

• ½ cup walnuts

How to make it:

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (fan setting).
2. In the bowl of a mixer, blend the oil and honey until light and fluffy.
3. In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, salt, and spices.
4. In another bowl, mix the grated apples with the orange juice.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients and the apple mixture to the mixer, alternating between the two. Finally, stir in the orange zest and chopped walnuts. 
6. Pour the batter into a greased cake pan or a silicone mold (which doesn’t require greasing). 
7. Bake for about 1 hour (oven strength may vary—use a knife or toothpick to check doneness). 
8. Let cool, remove from the pan, and enjoy!

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