Sticky Date Cake Recipe

Garnish this sticky, gingery cake with an array of fresh dates. Photo / Babiche Martens

This glossy and caramel-drenched dessert is a classic for a reason.

This sticky date cake is mouthwateringly good. One piece will not be enough. I washed it down with fresh herbal tea, made by adding thyme and rosemary to boiling water to infuse (you could brew this while the cake cools). To serve, I like this cake with whipped cream or vanilla icecream.

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