Step 1

Cake: Place almond meal, walnuts, cacao powder and salt in a food processor.

Step 2

Ensure the lid is on, blend until combined, pause to scrape the sides to assist in the mixing.

Step 3

Add dates and orange rind, blend until combined.

Step 4

While processor is running, add juice and syrup through the opening.

Step 5

Remove mixture and place onto a plate.

Step 6

Mould your cake mixture into the shape of a normal baked cake. Apply pressure to ensure the mixture is tightly held together, if it crumbles at all, press harder.

Step 7

Move the cake onto a clean plate, cover lightly and refrigerate while icing is made.

Step 8

Icing: Combine all icing ingredients in the processor.

Step 9

Mix until a well combined, smooth consistency. Scrape the sides of the processor to combine all ingredients well.

Step 10

Refrigerate, lightly covered with foil until required.