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A naturally sweet and tender date cake with a moist texture, rich date flavor, and simple ingredients perfect for dessert or snack.

  • Total Time: 45-55 minutes
  • Yield: 8 slices 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup chopped dates
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Put chopped dates and baking soda in a bowl, pour boiling water over them, and soak until the dates are soft and mushy.
  2. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  3. Grease a cake pan.
  4. Cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  5. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  6. Fold the softened date mixture into the wet ingredients gently.
  7. Gradually add the all-purpose flour and salt, mixing lightly just until combined.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 30–40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  9. Cool the cake completely before slicing.

Notes

Make sure to soak the dates thoroughly in boiling water to help keep the cake moist., Fold in the dry ingredients gently to avoid drying out the cake., Use room temperature eggs and butter for even mixing and optimal texture., Test the cake with a toothpick to prevent overbaking and drying out., Let the cake cool completely before slicing to get clean slices.

  • Author: Laura
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30-40 minutes
  • Category: Dessert

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of cake)
  • Calories: 280
  • Fat: 12g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Protein: 3g