Date and Walnut Cake

Dates are believed to have originated in the Middle East and have been cultivated for thousands of years. They are not only delicious but also a good source of fiber and essential minerals.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 90 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

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Date and Walnut Cake

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: International Courses: Anytime, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 40 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 30 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 2800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Dates
• 1 cup Walnuts
• 1.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
• 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup Milk

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a cake pan.
2. In a bowl, combine the dates and walnuts. Set aside.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
4. In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined.
6. Fold in the date and walnut mixture.
7. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
8. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Remove from the oven and let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 50g17%

Sugars 30g

Protein 5g10%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.