Cardamom Date Cake Recipe: A Delightfully Easy Indulgence
This Cardamom Date Cake is a deliciously easy recipe that combines the rich flavors of cardamom and dates for a perfect indulgence.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup chopped dates
- 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, combine flour, baking soda, salt, and cardamom.
- In another bowl, cream together butter and sugar, then add eggs and vanilla.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients, alternating with buttermilk.
- Fold in the chopped dates.
- Pour the batter into a greased cake pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool before serving.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use fresh dates.
- Serve with whipped cream for an extra treat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Cardamom Date Cake, Easy Dessert, Cake Recipe