date cake recipe
A rich, moist cake infused with the natural sweetness of dates.
Ingredients
- 1 cup chopped dates (pitted)
- 1 cup hot water
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg (optional)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch round cake pan.
- In a bowl, combine chopped dates and hot water. Stir in baking soda and let sit for 10 minutes to soften.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the soaked dates (including the liquid), until well combined.
- Fold in chopped walnuts if using.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For added flavor, serve the cake with a drizzle of caramel sauce or a dollop of whipped cream.
- This cake can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.