DATE CAKE DELICIOUS
The women of the Thursday Afternoon Cooking Club in Wichita, Kan., have been preparing lunches for each other since 1891. Originally conceived as a way to improve the domestic arts in a fast-growing prairie town, the club has become a repository for more than 124 years of cooking trends and recipes. In 1922, the club published a cookbook. This recipe was adapted from it, updated only to give more precise measurements and cooking times. It has more fruit than a typical date-nut bread and takes nearly an hour to bake. The good news is that you can mix it up quickly.
Provided by Kim Severson
Categories snack, cakes, dessert
Time 1h30m
Yield 2 loaves
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350 degrees. Butter and flour two 6-cup (8-by-4-inch) loaf pans; set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the dates, shortening and 1 1/2 cups boiling water. Set aside to cool, stirring frequently. In a separate bowl, combine the sugar and egg; whisk to combine. Add to the date mixture and stir well until combined.
- In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cloves and nutmeg. Add the date and sugar mixture and stir just until combined. Stir in the nuts.
- Divide batter between the pans. Bake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, being careful not to overbake; 50 minutes to 1 hour. Cool for 10 minutes, then remove from pan and finish cooling on a rack.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 326, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 54 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 7 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 200 milligrams, Sugar 39 grams, TransFat 0 grams
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Tatt tarik bd
[email protected]This cake is a great way to use up leftover dates. It's moist and flavorful, and the dates and walnuts add a nice touch. I would definitely make this cake again.
Mofa Bright
[email protected]I made this cake for my friend's birthday and she loved it! It was moist and flavorful, and the dates and walnuts were a nice touch. I would definitely make this cake again.
SUJAN GAMER
[email protected]This cake is a bit too sweet for my taste. I would reduce the amount of sugar by half next time.
Casandra Martin
[email protected]I love this cake! It's moist and flavorful, and the dates and walnuts add a nice touch. I often make it for special occasions, and it's always a hit.
Mintesinot Ayele
[email protected]This cake is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I often make it for potlucks and bake sales, and it's always gone in minutes.
Phavee Gardener
[email protected]I've made this cake several times and it's always a hit. It's moist and flavorful, and the dates and walnuts add a nice touch. I often add a glaze made with powdered sugar and milk to the top of the cake before serving.
Ilyaskhan 65
[email protected]This cake was a disappointment. It was dry and crumbly, and the dates and walnuts were not evenly distributed. I would not recommend this recipe.
Top Uae
[email protected]I made this cake for my family and they loved it! It was so moist and flavorful, and the dates and walnuts were a nice touch. I will definitely be making this cake again.
MD. RUBEL HOSSAIN
[email protected]This date cake is amazing! It's moist, flavorful, and has the perfect amount of sweetness. I love the addition of walnuts, which add a nice crunch. I'll definitely be making this cake again and again.
Love Mom
[email protected]I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it. The cake is moist and flavorful, and the dates and walnuts add a nice touch. I'll definitely be making this again.
SK SAMIM
[email protected]This cake was delicious! I made it for a potluck and it was gone in minutes. Everyone loved it, and I've already had several requests for the recipe.
Luis Aviles
[email protected]I've tried many date cake recipes, but this one is by far the best. The cake is incredibly moist and flavorful, and the dates and walnuts give it a lovely texture. I highly recommend this recipe!
Bessie Fuller
[email protected]This date cake was a hit! The combination of dates, walnuts, and spices was perfect, and the cake was moist and flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again.