Delicious Date Cake Recipe

Ingredients

• • 250g dates (use soft, juicy dates, not dry ones)
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) milk

• • 1/3 cup (80g) sugar
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) oil
  • 2 eggs

• • 3/4 cup (90g) flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• Walnuts or almonds for decoration

Directions

Prepare the Dates

1. Prepare the Dates:
   • • Take 250g of dates, remove the pits, and chop them into quarters. Ensure the dates are soft and juicy.
     • Place the chopped dates in a frying pan with 1/4 cup of warm milk. Heat it on medium flame until the milk warms up. Let the dates soak in the milk for 20-25 minutes.

    

Blend the Mixture

2. Blend the Mixture:
   • • Add 1/2 cup oil and 1/3 cup sugar to a blender. Blend well until the sugar dissolves.
     • Add the soaked dates and milk mixture to the blender. Blend for about 2 minutes until smooth.

    

Add the Eggs

3. 3. Add the Eggs:
      • Add the eggs to the blender one at a time, blending well after each addition to ensure they are well incorporated.

Prepare the Batter

4. Prepare the Batter:
   • • Pour the blended mixture into a large bowl.
     • Sift 3/4 cup flour and 1 teaspoon baking powder together, then gently fold into the date mixture.
     • Add 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and mix gently to ensure everything is well combined.

    

Prepare the Baking Pan

5. Prepare the Baking Pan:
   • • Grease a baking pan with oil and line it with butter paper. Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
     • Decorate with walnuts or almonds on top.

    

Bake the Cake

6. Bake the Cake:
   • • Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
     • Bake the cake for 20-25 minutes. Check with a toothpick; if it comes out clean, the cake is done.

    

   • If you don’t have an oven, you can use a heavy-bottomed pan on a stove. Preheat the pan, place a trivet, and put the baking pan on top. Cover and bake for 25-30 minutes on low flame.

Cool and Serve

7. Cool and Serve:
   • • Let the cake cool in the pan before transferring it to a wire rack.

    

   • Slice and serve the cake once it has cooled.

Serving Suggestions

• • Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

• Enjoy a slice with a cup of tea or coffee.
• Dust with powdered sugar for an extra touch of sweetness.

Cooking Tips

• • Use soft, juicy dates for the best texture and flavor.

• Ensure the eggs are at room temperature for better blending.
• Don’t overmix the batter to keep the cake light and fluffy.

Nutritional Benefits

• • Dates: Rich in fiber, vitamins, and minerals.

• Natural Sweetness: This cake uses natural sweetness from dates, reducing the need for added sugar.
• Nuts: Walnuts or almonds provide healthy fats and additional nutrients.

Dietary Information

• • Vegetarian: This recipe is vegetarian.

• Dairy-Free Option: Substitute milk with a plant-based alternative.
• Gluten-Free Option: Can be made gluten-free by using a gluten-free flour blend.