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Date Cake

A rich and moist date cake bursting with flavors and a hint of caramel sweetness, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 cup chopped dates pitted
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • 9-inch round cake pan
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Chop the dates and place them in a bowl. Pour boiling water over them.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
  4. Add the softened dates along with the water to the butter mixture and stir until well combined.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until just combined.
  7. Grease your 9-inch cake pan.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for 45 minutes.
  9. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.

Notes

This cake pairs beautifully with whipped cream or ice cream.