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Date Cake

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Date cake is a moist, spiced dessert made with naturally sweet dates and warm spices. With its tender crumb and rich flavor, it’s perfect for tea time, holidays, or any cozy gathering.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup chopped dates (Medjool or Deglet Noor preferred)
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Optional: 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch square or round cake pan.
  2. In a bowl, combine chopped dates and baking soda. Pour boiling water over the dates and let sit for 10–15 minutes.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  4. In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  5. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Stir in vanilla extract.
  6. Add the date mixture (with liquid) to the wet ingredients and mix until combined.
  7. Gradually stir in dry ingredients until just combined. Fold in nuts if using.
  8. Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top.
  9. Bake for 35–40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  10. Let cool in pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve plain or with whipped cream.

Notes

Add a drizzle of toffee sauce for a sticky toffee version.Mix in orange zest for a citrusy twist.Replace some flour with almond flour for added richness.Add shredded coconut for texture and flavor.Use cardamom instead of nutmeg for a Middle Eastern flair.

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