Dorthea's West Haven Date Cake
Dorthea'S West Haven Date Cake is an moderately easy dinner. Made with 1 c. hot water, 1 pkg. chopped dates, 1 tsp. baking soda, 1 c. sugar and 1/2 c. shortening, this recipe delivers authentic, satisfying flavors. Bursting with flavor in every bite.
🔗 Recipe adapted from RecipeNLG-Full
Pour hot water over chopped dates.
Add baking soda to mixture and set aside to cool.
Cream sugar and shortening.
Mix date mixture with creamed sugar, shortening and salt.
Add eggs and vanilla.
Add flour and cocoa.
Blend well.
Pour into 9 x 13 x 2-inch pan, lightly greased.
Sprinkle batter with 1/2 cup Hershey's mini chocolate chips and 1/2 cup chopped nuts.
Bake 35 minutes at 325° if glass pan or 350° for tin pan.
Serve plain or with whipped cream.
Serves 15.
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