Garbanzo Raisin Cake

Discover the delightful twist of our Garbanzo Raisin Cake, a moist and spiced dessert that’s as unique as it is delicious. Combining protein-packed chickpeas with the natural sweetness of raisins, this cake boasts a soft, tender crumb infused with warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. Perfect for those seeking a healthier dessert option, the chickpeas create an irresistible texture while providing a subtle nuttiness. Quick to prepare in under an hour, this cake is finished with a light dusting of powdered sugar for a simple yet elegant touch. Serve it as a wholesome treat for tea time or an unexpected dessert centerpiece that’s sure to impress your guests.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup canned garbanzo beans (chickpeas), drained and rinsed
• 1 cup raisins
• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.75 cup granulated sugar
• 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoons ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoons ground ginger
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 2 eggs
• 0.5 cup milk
• 0.25 cup vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan and set it aside.

Step 2

In a food processor, blend the garbanzo beans until smooth. Add the eggs, sugar, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract, then process until well combined and smooth.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt.

Step 4

Gradually pour the wet mixture from the food processor into the dry ingredients, folding gently until a smooth batter forms.

Step 5

Fold in the raisins, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Once the cake is cool, dust the top with powdered sugar before serving.

Step 10

Slice and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1037.9 grams (1037.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2714

Total Fat 71.40g	92%
Saturated Fat 13.00g	65%
Polyunsaturated Fat 33.80g
Cholesterol 383mg	128%
Sodium 1847mg	80%
Total Carbohydrate 486.30g	177%
Dietary Fiber 25.40g	91%
Total Sugars 284.00g
Protein 53.70g	107%

Vitamin D 136IU	678%
Calcium 449mg	35%
Iron 17mg	93%
Potassium 2174mg	46%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 22.9%

Protein: 7.7%

Carbs: 69.4%