This is a perfect cake to satisfy your cravings and still keep that perfect shape for the summer. This cake recipe comes form a restaurant in San Francisco, it was listed on “The Big Eat 2011: 100 Things to Try Before You Die.” With a few test runs and changes I came up with a similar, yet, healthier version of the cake.
The cake gets enough sweetness from prunes and apples, but a little kick of honey ties the flavor perfectly. It is moist on the inside, with a perfect crunch. In a way, it reminds me of a Russian Sharlotka Cake.
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Recipe
This version of a lumberjack cake is made with rich prunes, sliced apples, and honey. One of the heartiest cake recipes on the planet!
Ingredients
- 1 cup prunes
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 cup hot boiled water
- 1 1/2 cup flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup coconut oil melted
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 large apple peeled and chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Next, cut the prunes into small pieces and place them in a small bowl. Pour hot, boiling water on top of the prunes, add in the baking soda, and allow them to soak for at least 10 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, combine the flour and baking powder. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat the honey, egg, vanilla extract, and coconut oil together.
- Slowly, beat the prune mixture into the egg mixture.
- Working in small portions and using a spatula, add the flour mixture into the wet mixture until well-combined.
- Fold the peeled and chopped apples into the mixture.
- Grease a 7-inch round baking dish and pour the batter into it. Bake for 45-50 minutes. Allow the cake to cool at room temperature. Slice and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Fruit & Prune Lumberjack Cake
Amount Per Serving
Calories 327 Calories from Fat 126
% Daily Value*
Fat 14g22%
Saturated Fat 12g60%
Cholesterol 20mg7%
Sodium 313mg13%
Potassium 286mg8%
Carbohydrates 50g17%
Fiber 3g12%
Sugar 28g31%
Protein 3g6%
Vitamin A 212IU4%
Vitamin C 1mg1%
Calcium 45mg5%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Hi...Can I use flaxseed egg instead of the egg?
Hey Elham, I have never worked with flaxseed egg. I don’t know how it works during baking. Maybe try googling to see how it works as replacement.
Can I use sunflower oil instead of coconut please?
Hey Anabel, yes you can, you just have to make sure that it doesn't have heavy flavor.
Hi Natalya,
I would like to start off with thanking you for sharing your amazing recipes!
I made this cake and it came out great! My only question is how to store any leftovers and for how long.
Your reply is highly appreciated!
Best,
Einat
Hey Einat, you can freeze it or a few weeks in a ziplock bag or airtight container. Also, you can refrigerate for up to a week.
Should I drain the water from the prunes before adding it to the batter or add prune/water mixture to the batter?
No, keep water in the mixture.
Hi! I have a quick question- in the step by step direction it says to add baking powder, but I don't see it in the ingrediate list. I just see baking soda lsted. How much baking powder do you add do you add?
Thanks for pointing that out, I added it to the list of ingredients. 🙂
where do i get the coconut oil?
It is sold at many stores. I usually purchase it at Trader Joes.