This a recipe that you could make for anyone and they won't believe that it is grain-free! It is crunchy on top and the cake is light if you use raw local honey or dense and more moist with date syrup or honey. I will tell you that I don't think you can get date honey in your local markets. I was introduced to the date honey when I was in Israel this summer and brought some home to bake with. It is a staple in Israel, in America there is a brand of Date Syrup called Date Lady. I know it sounds strange. It is Organic, gluten free, vegan and Kosher. Her website is ILOVEDATELADY.com , check it out!
I was inspired by one of the greats in the Paleo world of cooking, Elana's Pantry. I have used many of her recipes over the years and even made a few Whole30 compliant.
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When I made this recipe, I roasted the sugar pumpkin by cutting it in half and laying it face down in a large glass pan. I filled the pan with 1/4 inch of water and baked at 350 degrees for 60 minuets. One soft, scoop meat out and use some for this recipe and save the rest for something else!!!
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Also the first time I made this, I didn't read that it was for a mini loaf pan. I tried it in cupcake holders and it made 5!
When I stopped eating grains, I thought some of my favorite foods were gone forever. Well I was wrong; all who try it loves this bread recipe.
I always add my own touches to any recipe and this one is no different.
The honey I use is local and raw- ask around for what is home grown in your area.
Instead of coconut milk, I use Silk Unsweetened Vanilla Almond Milk
I like to add Vanilla Extract
I will also use Almond Meal instead of Almond Flour; there is more texture in Meal.
Lastly there can never be too much Cinnamon in a recipe so I add a lot, closer to 1 1/2 tsp
I love this recipe. It is easy and simple to make with a few ingredients. I haven't eaten Yogurt in over 3 1/2 years so I will need a few tries to come up with some great ideas. I found that when I left it in the fridge for a couple of days it thickened and tasted great. I hope you enjoy!
