Sticky Toffee Gingerbread Cake with Biomel-Infused Yoghurt
Gingerbread is a timeless treat, loved for its rich flavour and irresistible texture. But what if you could enjoy your treat while also supporting your gut health? This Sticky Toffee Gingerbread Cake recipe is vegan, dairy-free and refined sugar-free that’s easy to make and even easier to enjoy. Combining it with Biomel-infused yoghurt means your desert will also nourish your gut, so you can have your cake and eat it too!
Nutrition Information (per serve)
286
Calories
12.0g
Fat
4.9g
Saturates
22.0g
Sugars
0.3g
Salt
3.3g
Protein
37.0g
Carbs
5.7g
Fibre
*Nutrition information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate.
Ingredients
Cake
- Biomel Pure Vanilla Complete Gut
- 230g flour
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 3/4 tsp baking powder
- 1 vegan egg alternative (e.g flax seed egg)
- 110g coconut yoghurt
- 75g coconut sugar
- 90g molasses or treacle
- 100g pitted dates
- 115g softened vegan butter
- 2 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 2 tsp ginger
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp allspice
- 165ml m*lk
- pinch of salt
Caramel Sauce
- 60g coconut sugar
- Pinch of salt
- 1 tbsp molasses
- 70ml coconut m*lk
- 40g vegan butter
Method
Cake
- Chop up the dates and add to a pan on a low heat.
- Slowly heat up the dates with 165ml of m*lk and baking soda until softly broken down.
- Take off the heat and mash with a fork into a paste and set aside.
- Preheat your oven to 180°C and line an 8-inch tin.
- Stir 115g of the softened butter, 75g sugar, 90g molasses, pinch of salt until creamy.
- Add in the vegan egg substitute, 80g yoghurt, and date mixture you made earlier, mixing well.
- Sieve in the dry ingredients (spices and flour) until combined. If it looks a little dry, add a splash more m*lk.
- Pour the batter into the tin and bake for 30 minutes, or until a cake tester comes out clean.
- In a separate bowl, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of yoghurt with Biomel complete gut powder.
Caramel Sauce
- Melt the butter with sugar, molasses, and salt.
- Add the coconut m*lk and stir on a low heat until just thickened to coat the spoon.
- Poke several holes in the cake and pour over 2/3 of the sauce.
- Reserve the rest of the sticky sauce for serving with the cake and Biomel-infused yoghurt.
Gut Health Tips
Did you know ginger has been loved for centuries for its health benefits? This fiery root doesn’t just add a spicy kick to your favourite recipes, it’s also known for its digestive benefits, anti-inflammatory properties, and unique flavour profile. Combined with Biomel’s gut-friendly goodness, it’s a win-win for your taste buds and your health.
