Carrot, date and walnut loaf

Grated carrots and gently hints of spice add a depth of flavour to this nutty cake, with orange and lemon zest for a refreshing citrus twist

Carrot, date and walnut loaf

SERVES

8

PEOPLE

PREP TIME

15

MINUTES

COOKING TIME

75

MINUTES

Ingredients

  • 200g self-raising flour

  • 1½ tsp baking powder

  • 230g golden caster sugar

  • zest of 2 oranges

  • zest of 1 lemon

  • 50g walnuts, chopped

  • 50g dates, chopped

  • 3 tsp ground ginger

  • 225ml light olive oil

  • 225g carrots, grated

  • 3 eggs, lightly beaten

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