Chocolate Date Pudding Cake
Indulge in the rich, velvety decadence of Chocolate Date Pudding Cake, a dessert that masterfully blends natural sweetness and luxurious chocolate flavor. This moist and flavorful cake starts with softened pitted dates simmered to perfection, adding a caramel-like richness to the batter. A touch of cocoa powder and semi-sweet chocolate chips create layers of chocolatey goodness, while the airy crumb is kept tender with the right balance of butter and sugar. Easy to prepare and ready in just over an hour, this dessert is perfect for impressing guests or satisfying your sweet tooth. Serve it warm or at room temperature, paired with vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of chocolate sauce for a truly irresistible treat. Perfect for showcasing wholesome ingredients, this recipe is a delightful fusion of classic comfort and modern indulgence.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups pitted dates
- 1.25 cups water
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter
- 0.75 cup brown sugar
- 0.25 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.25 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.75 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a small saucepan, combine the dates and water. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce the heat and simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until the dates are soft and most of the water is absorbed.
Remove the saucepan from the heat, stir in the baking soda, and let the mixture cool until it reaches room temperature.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
Fold in the cooled date mixture and semi-sweet chocolate chips until evenly incorporated.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve the cake warm or at room temperature, optionally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of chocolate sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3571 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 102.8 g | 132% | |
| Saturated Fat | 57.3 g | 286% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 496 mg | 165% | |
| Sodium | 1903 mg | 83% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 691.0 g | 251% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 58.9 g | 210% | |
| Total Sugars | 465.5 g | ||
| Protein | 57.9 g | 116% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 504 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 26.9 mg | 149% | |
| Potassium | 3916 mg | 83% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
