Date Cake

Date Cake

Date Cake is an moderately easy dinner. Made with 1 1/3 c. snipped pitted dates (8 oz.), 1 c. boiling water, 1 1/2 c. all-purpose flour, 1 tsp. baking soda and 1/2 c. shortening, this recipe delivers authentic, satisfying flavors. Bursting with flavor in every bite.

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👨‍🍳 Instructions

Heat oven to 350°.

Grease and lightly flour a 13 x 9 x 2-inch baking pan.

Combine dates and boiling water; cool to room temperature.

Stir together the flour, baking soda and 1/4 teaspoon salt.

In a large mixer bowl, beat shortening about 30 seconds. Add sugar and vanilla and beat until fluffy.

Add eggs, one at a time, beating 1 minute after each.

Add dry ingredients and cooled undrained date mixture alternately to beaten mixture, beating after each addition.

Stir in nuts.

Spread in pan.

Bake in a 350° oven for 30 to 35 minutes.

If desired, serve each piece with a dollop of whipped cream.

Serves 12.

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