Date Cake
Indulge in the delectable sweetness of date cake, a delightful dessert that combines the natural richness of dates with a moist, fluffy crumb.
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Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 250kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup pitted dates chopped
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup walnuts chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a bowl, combine the chopped dates with boiling water and stir in the baking soda. Let it sit for 10 minutes.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with the date mixture.
- Fold in the chopped walnuts, if using.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan.
- Bake for 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Nutrition
Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 10g | Fiber: 3g