INGREDIENTS
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Makes 4 single-serving cakes
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For the cakes:
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3/4 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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3/4 teaspoon baking soda
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1/4 cup chopped dried apricots
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1/4 cup pitted finely chopped dates
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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6 tablespoons packed brown sugar (1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons)
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1 egg
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1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
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For the sauce:
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1/3 cup packed brown sugar
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3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
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1/3 cup evaporated milk or heavy cream
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1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract