Date Chocolate Chip Cake
Indulge in the irresistible combination of rich dates and decadent chocolate with this Date Chocolate Chip Cake, a dessert that's as moist as it is flavorful. Perfectly sweetened with natural dates softened in boiling water, this cake features a tender crumb enhanced by swirls of melted mini chocolate chips and the nutty crunch of optional chopped walnuts. The simplicity of creaming butter and sugar, paired with the natural goodness of dates, creates a dessert that's both rustic and elegant. Ready in under an hour, this crowd-pleaser is ideal for gatherings, afternoon tea, or even as a sweet breakfast treat. Serve it plain or with a dusting of powdered sugar for an irresistible finish!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups pitted dates
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup brown sugar
- 2 pieces large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1.75 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.75 cup mini chocolate chips
- 0.5 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
Add the pitted dates to a heat-resistant bowl, pour 1 cup of boiling water over them, and sprinkle with the baking soda. Let the mixture sit for about 10 minutes to soften, then mash the dates gently with a fork to create a slightly chunky mixture.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together using a hand mixer or stand mixer until light and fluffy. This should take about 2-3 minutes.
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Then mix in the vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the mashed date mixture, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined; do not overmix.
Gently fold in the mini chocolate chips and walnuts (if using).
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread it evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
Remove from the oven and let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before turning it out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve the cake as is, or dust with powdered sugar for a decorative touch. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
485 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.2 g | 23% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.1 g | 46% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 63 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 295 mg | 13% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 78.7 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.3 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 56.5 g | ||
| Protein | 6.0 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 60 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 388 mg | 8% | |
*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.
