Date Loaf Cake
Date loaf cake is a traditional British dessert that became popular during World War II when sugar and eggs were rationed.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 100 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.
Date Loaf Cake
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a loaf pan.
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In a small bowl, combine the dates and boiling water. Let it sit for 5 minutes.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
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In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
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Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
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Fold in the soaked dates and chopped walnuts.
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Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
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Bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Remove from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
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Transfer the loaf cake to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Slice and serve.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 300kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 12g19%
- Total Carbohydrate 45g15%
- Sugars 30g
- Protein 4g8%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
