CHOCOLATE DATE CAKE II

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This is a moist cake that is easy to make especially if you buy the packaged chopped dates. My family loves it.

Provided by ZIPITY

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Chocolate Cake Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 ¼ cups boiling water
1 (8 ounce) package chopped dates
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
¾ cup butter
1 cup white sugar
2 eggs
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
½ cup white sugar
½ cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch pan. In a mixing bowl or small saucepan, pour the boiling water over the chopped dates. Set aside. Sift together the flour, cocoa, baking soda, and salt.
  • In a large bowl, cream together the butter and 1 cup sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then mix in the flour mixture. Add in the dates with the soaking liquid, and stir until just combined. Pour batter into prepared pan.
  • In an another bowl, combine the chocolate chips, walnuts, and remaining 1/2 cup sugar. Sprinkle mixture over top of cake. and bake in the preheated oven for 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow to cool before serving.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow to cool before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 438.8 calories, Carbohydrate 64.7 g, Cholesterol 61.5 mg, Fat 20.1 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 5.2 g, SaturatedFat 10.4 g, Sodium 394.6 mg, Sugar 44.7 g

kathy sherrod
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I'm not sure about this recipe. I've never used dates in a cake before.


Mehtab ali Baloch
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I can't wait to try this cake. It looks so delicious.


S Jani
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I'm always looking for new chocolate cake recipes to try. This one is definitely a keeper.


Sanju Kutty
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This cake is so easy to make. I love that I can just throw all the ingredients in a bowl and mix them together.


Cindy Carter
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I made this cake for my birthday and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it.


elkbron64
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This cake is perfect for a special occasion. It's sure to impress your guests.


Cecilia Robles
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This cake is a great way to use up leftover dates. It's also a nice change from the usual chocolate cake.


Sledge Sledge
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I'm not usually a fan of date cake, but this one is an exception. It's so moist and flavorful. The chocolate chips are a nice touch.


ishak w
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This cake is to die for! It's so rich and decadent. I can't believe how easy it was to make.


Abdul Aziznawabi
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I love this cake! It's so moist and flavorful. The dates and chocolate chips are a perfect combination.


Eshetu Mengistu
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This cake is so easy to make and it tastes amazing! The dates add a lovely sweetness and the chocolate chips make it extra decadent. I will definitely be making this cake again.


Prakash Dulal
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I made this cake for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination and the moist texture. I will definitely be making this cake again.


Safari Bangz
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This chocolate date cake is incredibly moist and flavorful. The dates add a lovely sweetness and chewiness, while the chocolate chips provide a rich and decadent flavor. I will definitely be making this cake again!