Cardamom Date Cake Recipe: Indulgent Treat for Every Occasion
This Cardamom Date Cake is a deliciously indulgent treat perfect for any occasion. The warm spices combined with sweet dates create a heavenly dessert that everyone will love.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 cup chopped dates
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup warm water
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, combine chopped dates and warm water. Let it sit for about 10 minutes.
- Cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla.
- In a separate bowl, sift together flour, baking soda, cardamom, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the date mixture. Mix until just combined.
- Pour the batter into a greased cake pan.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, you can mix in nuts or chocolate chips.
- This cake pairs well with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Cardamom, Date Cake, Dessert, Baking