--- title: Date Olive Oil Upside Down Cake description: With the sweetness of the caramely dates, the crunchy nuts, dusted with powdered sugar, this upside down cake will be a hit among friends and fam alike! image: https://blog.joolies.com/hubfs/IMG_6050-1.jpg --- [![Joolies California Superfruit](https://blog.joolies.com/hubfs/joolies_logo_tm11.png)](https://joolies.com/) - [Shop](https://joolies.com/collections/all) - [Find Us](https://joolies.com/pages/find-us) - [Recipes & More](https://blog.joolies.com/) - [Date-able Recipes](https://blog.joolies.com/tag/date-able-recipes) - [Company News](https://blog.joolies.com/tag/company-news) - [Healthy Living](https://blog.joolies.com/tag/healthy-living) - [Dates 101](https://blog.joolies.com/tag/dates-101) - [Our Dates](https://joolies.com/pages/our-dates) - [Sustainability](https://go.joolies.com/sustainability) - [Our Story](https://joolies.com/pages/our-story) - [Wholesale](https://go.joolies.com/wholesale) [![julies](https://blog.joolies.com/hubfs/Joolies_June_2019/Images/logo.svg)](https://joolies.com/) ![organic medjool dates](https://blog.joolies.com/hubfs/Scree8oluynshot_111.png) # Date Book [All](https://blog.joolies.com/) [Date-able Recipes](https://blog.joolies.com/tag/date-able-recipes) [Company News](https://blog.joolies.com/tag/company-news) [Healthy Living](https://blog.joolies.com/tag/healthy-living) [Dates 101](https://blog.joolies.com/tag/dates-101) # Date Olive Oil Upside Down Cake 5 Minute Read Tags: [Date-able Recipes](https://blog.joolies.com/tag/date-able-recipes) [Gluten-Free](https://blog.joolies.com/tag/gluten-free) [Soy-Free](https://blog.joolies.com/tag/soy-free) [Egg-Free](https://blog.joolies.com/tag/egg-free) [Peanut-Free](https://blog.joolies.com/tag/peanut-free) [Dessert](https://blog.joolies.com/tag/dessert) Written by [Abby](https://blog.joolies.com/author/abby) ![Date Olive Oil Upside Down Cake](https://blog.joolies.com/hubfs/IMG_6050-1.jpg) *With the sweetness of the caramely dates, the crunchy nuts, dusted with powdered sugar, this upside down cake will be a hit among friends and fam alike! Egg-Free and Gluten-Free option. Recipe created by [@spooningwithsara](https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.instagram.com_spooningwithsara_&d=DwMFaQ&c=euGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM&r=AUNp3QOxPHwCwm1icMgaDbU99dB39TfJyKELx3KkjGU&m=nzuFw5j0rhpX5I8a8r_4TI3rF3jNOTVd8Tq5LyIXUrM&s=JypxRGByuf9VPTX6BMPjkDxyv-2GmLRZccJ6M_Nz05A&e=)* It's no secret medjool dates make a great substitute for sugar! And we love creating yummy recipes that are solely date-sweetened but sometimes we like to indulge😝This Date Olive Oil Upside Down Cake does need a bit more than just the sugary sweetness of [Joolies dates](https://joolies.com/collections/all/products/organic-medjool-dates-pack-of-two-whole-12oz-bags) themselves. Not only is this cake egg-free with a gluten-free option available, it also has a secret superpower😉It's [**Cannaves Oliva Hemp-Infused Extra Virgin Olive Oil!**](https://cannavesoliva.com/product/hemp-olive-oil/) We know hemp can be a taboo topic and fully believe that each individual should educate themselves before jumping in head first. [ Cannaves Oliva](https://cannavesoliva.com/product/hemp-olive-oil/) contains organic full-spectrum hemp oil and is *non-psychoactive. *You can check out more about this amazing minority woman owned and operated business [here](https://cannavesoliva.com/oliva/).    ![Date Olive Oil Upside Down Cake](https://blog.joolies.com/hs-fs/hubfs/IMG_6051.jpg?width=724&name=IMG_6051.jpg)    If you've had pineapple or peach upside down cake, you know how caramely the fruit gets once it's baked! Since medjool dates are already super caramely in their natural form, once baked, you'll enter the decadent gates of caramel heaven😍And if you want even more date-caramel goodness, drizzle some [Joolies date syrup](https://blog.joolies.com/https/blog.joolies.com/bittersweet-goodbye-to-joolies-date-syrup) on top! Now who's ready to bake a cake (and eat it too)!?   ![IMG_6049-1 (1)](https://blog.joolies.com/hs-fs/hubfs/New%20Blog%20Compress%20Images/IMG_6049-1%20(1).jpg?width=889&name=IMG_6049-1%20(1).jpg)   ## Ingredients you'll need:   1. 1. [Joolies Organic Medjool Dates](https://joolies.com/collections/all/products/organic-medjool-dates-pack-of-two-whole-12oz-bags) 1. Joolies add an amazing texture, moistness, and boost of nutrients like potassium (3x that of a banana!), magnesium, Vitamin B's, etc!  2. **All Purpose flour** - We need flour for our cake or else that would be one flat dessert! If you are gluten-free, you can substitute with a 1:1 gluten-free flour (*note: the texture may vary if you substitute).* 3. **Plain Greek Yogurt** - The creaminess of the yogurt keeps our cake moist and the acidity helps activates the baking soda so we have a fluffy cake. We recommend using 0% or 2%. If dairy-free, you can substitute 1:1 for coconut yogurt or applesauce. 4. [**Cannaves Oliva Hemp-Infused Olive Oil**](https://cannavesoliva.com/product/hemp-olive-oil/) - Organic, Greek, extra-virgin olive oil infused with organic, single source, full-spectrum hemp extract that keeps our cake moist and fluffy while also providing the delicious benefits of hemp. 5. [Joolies Date Syrup](https://blog.joolies.com/https/blog.joolies.com/bittersweet-goodbye-to-joolies-date-syrup) - Made with only ONE ingredient: upcycled medjool dates and you still [maintain all the nutrient and health benefits of a medjool date](https://blog.joolies.com/6-health-benefits-of-dates) in the syrup form.  6. **Brown Sugar** - If looking for a refined sugar-free option, substitute coconut sugar. We don't recommend substituting a liquid sweetener.  7. **Cashews/Pine Nuts** - These add a nice crunchy texture to contrast the soft cake and caramel-y dates.  8. **Vanilla + sea salt** - These help to compliment the other flavors! 9. **Cinnamon** - Adds FLAVOR and complements the medjool dates so well. 10. **Water** - The simplest way to add extra moisture to our batter! 11. **Baking Powder and Baking Soda** - Baking powder & baking soda work hand in hand together. They both are *essential *to getting the FLUFF and the perfect golden brown. If you make this date recipe, be sure to tag us on [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/jooliesdates/) **@jooliesdates** and use the hashtag **#jooliesdates** so we can see all your date-able recreations! And you can always comment below!    ![date upside down cake](https://blog.joolies.com/hs-fs/hubfs/date%20upside%20down%20cake.png?width=480&name=date%20upside%20down%20cake.png)   ## Date Olive Oil Upside Down Cake Egg-Free, Gluten-free option, Peanut-free - prep time: 20 minutes - bake time: 45 minutes - total time: 1+ hour **Servings: 10-12**   **INGREDIENTS:** - ~20 [Joolies dates, pitted](https://joolies.com/collections/all/products/organic-medjool-dates-pack-of-two-whole-12oz-bags) - 2 cups AP flour - 1 tsp baking soda - 2 tsp baking powder - 1/2 tsp salt - 1/2 cup plain greek yogurt 0-2% - 1 cup water - 1 tbsp + 2 tbsp [Joolies date syrup](https://blog.joolies.com/https/blog.joolies.com/bittersweet-goodbye-to-joolies-date-syrup) - 1/2 cup [Cannaves Oliva Extra Virgin Olive Oil](https://cannavesoliva.com/product/hemp-olive-oil/)  - 1.5 cups brown sugar - 1/2 cup cashews or pine nuts - 1 tbsp ground cinnamon - 1 tsp vanilla extract  **DIRECTIONS:** 1. Preheat the oven to 350F. Grease and line the bottom of a 9”  2. Grease and line the bottom of an 9″ round cake tin with parchment paper. Drizzle 1 tbsp date syrup on the bottom of the cake tin. Cut or tear each date in half and arrange dates on the bottom of the pan, pressing down on each one slightly.  3. In a mixing bowl, add the flour, salt, baking powder and baking soda and mix to combine with a whisk. Set aside.  4. In another mixing bowl add the yogurt, Cannaves Olive Oil, , date syrup and water and beat with a whisk till fully incorporated. Mix in the dry ingredients and beat with a whisk until there are no lumps. Stir in the cashews/pine nuts, cinnamon powder and vanilla extract and mix well. 5. Transfer the batter to the greased and lined tin and bake in a preheated oven at 350F for 45 minutes or until a skewer comes out clean. 6. Allow the cake to cool fully and then invert the cake onto a plate. Carefully remove cake mold (run a knife around the edges before attempting) and slowly peel back the parchment paper to reveal the ‘upside down’ date cake. Dust with powdered sugar and enjoy!  [Download Recipe](https://go.joolies.com/date-olive-oil-upside-down-cake-download) [Buy Now Online](https://joolies-dates.myshopify.com/cart/45042141102399:1?channel=buy_button) ## Sign up for our newsletter to receive the latest promotions, recipes, date-ing tips and giveaway opportunities! ### Subscribe Here! ![organic medjool dates](https://blog.joolies.com/hubfs/joolies_circle_logo_tm.png) - [Shop](https://joolies.com/collections/all) - [Find Us](https://joolies.com/pages/find-us) - [Our Dates](https://joolies.com/pages/our-dates) - [Our Story](https://joolies.com/pages/our-story) - [Press](https://go.joolies.com/press) - [Wholesale](https://joolies.com/pages/wholesale) - [Blog](https://blog.joolies.com/) - GET IN TOUCH Grown \[with love\] under the California sun 🌴☀️ Path Copy@3x Created with Sketch. ![date](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/5221331/Joolies_June_2019/Images/date-new_250x250.png) [![Joolies](https://blog.joolies.com/hubfs/joolies_circle_logo_tm.png)](https://joolies.com/collections/frontpage/products/whole) [![Joolies](https://blog.joolies.com/hubfs/joolies_circle_logo_tm.png)](https://joolies.com/collections/frontpage/products/datesyrup) [![Joolies](https://blog.joolies.com/hubfs/joolies_circle_logo_tm.png)](https://joolies.com/collections/frontpage/products/pitted) [Shop Now](https://joolies.com/products/whole) [info@joolies.com](mailto:info@joolies.com) © 2020. All Rights Reserved  |  [Design](https://310creative.com/) ```json { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Recipe", "@id": "https://blog.joolies.com/gingerbread-bars", "image": "https://blog.joolies.com/hubfs/IMG_7549.jpg", "name": "Gingerbread Bars", "datePublished": "2020-12-18", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Abby" }, "keywords": [ "vegan", "paleo", "vegetarian", "gluten-free", "dairy-free", "soy-free", "grain-free", "egg-free", "refined sugar free", "peanut-free" ], "description": "These no bake gingerbread bars highlight the holiday season's warm flavors, with an almond + date crust and creamy gingerbread filling made from cashews, coconut milk, and date syrup.Vegan, Paleo, Refined Sugar-Free. It's beginning to look a lot like...GINGERBREAD...in cookie, bread, bars, muffins, and truffles galore! We've partnered with our friends Edward & Sons to bring you deeee-licious gingerbread bars that are no bake, vegan, paleo, and refined sugar-free! Full of flavors that embody the holiday season and made with wholesome, natural ingredients, these bars will be your new favorite gingerbread dessert😋 The crust is made out of Joolies dates, almonds, coconut flour, cinnamon date syrup, cinnamon and ginger. This simple combo works well to really elevate the flavors in this dessert. The filling is a delicious combination of cashews, coconut milk, cinnamon date syrup, coconut oil, and spices which create that silky smooth texture. You would never guess was made from nuts! Ingredients for the crust: Joolies Pitted Dates The only natural sweetener needed. Don't forget to soak in warm water first! Why soak them? Well while they are juicy beforehand, this step allows them to become extra-hydrated to create the perfect texture for the bliss balls. Raw Almonds We recommend using raw almonds to avoid any added oils or salt! It also supports a healthy gut, Omega-3 levels, and help control blood sugar levels thanks to its slow-digesting properties 👏 Joolies Cinnamon Date Syrup The natural sweetener leveled up with a touch of cinnamon! Plus, you still maintain all the nutrient and health benefits of a medjool date in the syrup form. Let's Do Organic Coconut Flour This acts as a great binder to get the perfect texture, plus coconut flour is high in fiber, protein, making it a great alternative for wheat flour. Cinnamon + Ginger Don't forget the spices! Adding these into the crust will help create a stronger gingerbread flavor profile. Almond Milk We went with an almond milk for this one, but use whatever floats your boat! There's coconut, macadamia, or other blends that work just the same. Ingredients for the filling: Raw Cashews Be sure to soak these in filtered water for at least 2 hours beforehand. If you are soaking longer than 2 hours, place them in the fridge. Native Forest Organic Classic Coconut Milk We love this coconut milk because it has no added sugar, organic, and kosher certified! Be sure to use the cream and water when adding to the mix. Joolies Cinnamon Date Syrup The one and only natural sweetener for our filling--made up of just medjool dates + cinnamon! Coconut Oil You want this to be melted, so pop it into the microwave for 40ish seconds then pour directly into the mix. As an alternative, you can use avocado oil. Apple Cider Vinegar Cinnamon + Nutmeg + Ginger The combination of these spices will give us that yummy gingerbread flavor we love. Vanilla + Sea Salt These help to compliment the other flavors! If you make this holiday treat, be sure to tag both of us on Instagram @jooliesdates and @edwardandsons and use the hashtag #jooliesdates so we can see all your date-able recreations! And you can always comment below! 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" }, { "@type": "HowToStep", "text": "Next, line an 8 in. square baking pan with parchment paper." }, { "@type": "HowToStep", "text": "In a food processor, combine medjool dates and almonds and pulse until finely chopped, next add the date syrup, ginger and cinnamon. Pulse again. Add in almond milk if needed or additional date syrup until a thick ball forms. Press the crust into the bottom of the pan on top of parchment paper." }, { "@type": "HowToStep", "text": "Drain cashews and rinse with cold water. Place the cashews in a high speed blender with coconut milk and all the additional ingredients. Blend on high until no clumps remain. If your blender isn’t strong enough, strain the mixture to get the clumps out so you have an extra creamy filling." }, { "@type": "HowToStep", "text": "Pour the gingerbread cheesecake filling on top of the crust, spoon the top with a spatula until smooth. Freeze overnight, or at least 5 hours." }, { "@type": "HowToStep", "text": "In a food processor, pulse gingerbread cookies until you have cookie crumbles. Once the bars have set, cut into squares and garnish with cookie crumbs and pecan halves." }, { "@type": "HowToStep", "text": "Let the bars thaw at room temperature for 10+ mins before serving or enjoy right out the freeze for an ice cream texture. Enjoy!" } ] } ```