Irresistibly Moist Date Cake Recipe: A Delightful Treat
Author:antaki
Total Time:50 minutes
Yield:8 servings 1x
Description
Discover the secret to a deliciously moist date cake with this easy recipe. Perfect for any occasion, it’s a delightful treat everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
1 cup chopped pitted dates (about 8 ounces)
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup boiling water
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup brown sugar, packed
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a bowl, combine chopped dates and baking soda. Pour boiling water over the dates and soak for 10-15 minutes.
In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Beat in the eggs, one at a time, until thoroughly incorporated.
Stir in the vanilla extract.
Gently fold in the soaked date mixture, flour, salt, and cinnamon until just combined.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
This Deliciously Moist Date Cake is a nostalgic recipe that fills your home with warmth and a sweet, caramel-like aroma. Perfect for family gatherings or as a personal treat.
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:35 minutes
Category:Dessert
Cuisine:American
Nutrition
Serving Size:8 servings
Calories:250
Sugar:20g
Fat:10g
Carbohydrates:37g
Fiber:2g
Protein:3g
Keywords: date cake, moist cake, dessert recipe, family recipe, baking
