Step 1

Grease a slice tin and line base with baking paper.

Step 2

Sift flour and baking powder into a bowl.

Step 3

Combine the butter or margarine, sugar, dates, apple and spice into a saucepan and stir over a very low heat until butter has melted.

Step 4

Continue stirring for a couple of minutes, but do not allow to boil. Remove from heat and allow to cool.

Step 5

Add egg and date mixture to flour, mix together thoroughly and spread into prepared tin.

Step 6

Cook in a moderate oven for 20-25 minutes or until a skewer inserted into the centre comes out clean.

Step 7

Allow slice to cool completely in tin.