Date Nut Cake Gilacgi
Indulge in the rich, nostalgic flavors of Date Nut Cake Gilacgi, a moist and tender dessert that’s perfect for any occasion. This cake combines the natural sweetness of pitted dates with the nutty crunch of chopped walnuts, all balanced by warm notes of cinnamon and a hint of vanilla. A unique step in this recipe involves softening the dates in boiling water with baking soda, which enhances their sweetness and helps create an irresistibly velvety texture. Perfectly paired with a hot cup of coffee or tea, this cake is easy to prepare with just 20 minutes of prep time and bakes to golden perfection in under an hour. Whether served as a comforting afternoon treat or a stunning finale to your dinner party, this classic yet distinctive dessert is sure to impress. Keywords: Date Nut Cake, moist cake recipe, walnut dessert, homemade cake, date cake ideas.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Pitted dates
- 1 cup Boiling water
- 1 teaspoon Baking soda
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup Brown sugar
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 pieces Large eggs
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 cup Chopped walnuts
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan or a loaf pan.
In a medium bowl, combine pitted dates, boiling water, and baking soda. Set aside for 10 minutes to cool and soften.
While the date mixture cools, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar in a large mixing bowl until light and fluffy.
Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next.
Add vanilla extract to the wet ingredients and mix well.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed butter mixture, alternating with the cooled date mixture, starting and ending with the dry ingredients.
Fold in the chopped walnuts, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the surface with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
Slice and enjoy your Date Nut Cake Gilacgi with a cup of coffee, tea, or as a standalone dessert!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4701 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 187.1 g | 240% | |
| Saturated Fat | 71.1 g | 356% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 630 mg | 210% | |
| Sodium | 3073 mg | 134% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 746.6 g | 271% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 39.8 g | 142% | |
| Total Sugars | 514.8 g | ||
| Protein | 63.9 g | 128% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.5 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 509 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 20.0 mg | 111% | |
| Potassium | 3530 mg | 75% | |
*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.
