Best 6 Boiled Date Cake Recipes

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Boiled date cake, a delectable treat with a moist and flavorful crumb, is a cherished recipe often passed down through generations. This classic cake draws its unique charm from the combination of dates, spices, and a boiling water batter that magically transforms into a tender and irresistible dessert. Whether served as a cozy breakfast offering, an indulgent afternoon snack, or a sweet ending to a special meal, the boiled date cake captivates hearts and taste buds alike. Let's embark on a culinary journey to discover the secrets behind crafting the perfect boiled date cake, ensuring every slice is a delightful symphony of flavors and textures.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

EGGLESS DATE CAKE



Eggless Date Cake image

A recipe I started making for my Muslim friends for when they celebrate Eid, and I was able to share with my Sikh grandmother who is vegetarian and doesn't eat eggs. I got the original recipe from an Indian cooking blog, but modified it to the recipe I currently use below. Now it's my most requested cake no matter what the occasion! Delicious on its own, with a cup of tea, or warmed up and topped with vanilla ice cream!

Provided by MGPaneer

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Coffee Cake Recipes

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

¾ cup milk
18 dates, pitted and left whole
½ cup brown sugar
½ cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Heat milk in a saucepan until almost boiling and stir in dates; let soak for several hours, refrigerated. For best flavor, refrigerate dates and milk overnight.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a medium loaf pan.
  • Transfer milk and dates to food processor, add brown sugar, and process into a smooth paste. Mix in vegetable oil and vanilla extract with a few pulses.
  • Whisk flour, baking soda, and cinnamon in a bowl until thoroughly combined. Pulse flour mixture, about 1/4 cup at a time, into the date paste until batter is smooth; do not overmix. Stir walnuts into batter with a fork and transfer to the prepared loaf pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the middle of the cake comes out clean, about 40 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 319.9 calories, Carbohydrate 41.3 g, Cholesterol 1.8 mg, Fat 16.7 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 171.4 mg, Sugar 26.5 g

BOILED DATE CAKE



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A very simple cake, with very few ingredients, and quick clean up. Just my sort of baking. It's not too sweet either.

Provided by JustJanS

Categories     Dessert

Time 50m

Yield 1 cake

Number Of Ingredients 9

3/4 cup butter
1 cup milk
1/2 cup brown sugar, firmly packed
1 cup chopped dates
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon bicarbonate of soda
2 eggs, lightly beaten
2 1/4 cups self-raising flour, sifted

Steps:

  • Combine butter, milk, sugar, dates and spices in a pan, stir over heat until butter is melted, bring to boil, remove from heat, stir in soda, stand 5 minutes.
  • Stir in lightly beaten eggs and sifted flour in two lots, mix well.
  • Pour mixture (it will be quite thick) into a well greased 20cm ring tin, bake in a moderate oven for 40 minutes.
  • Turn onto a wire rack to cool.
  • Serve buttered.

DATE CAKE



Date Cake image

Simple coffee cake with a wonderful flavor and unique broiled topping.

Provided by LAUREL1

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Coffee Cake Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 ½ cups water
1 ½ cups raisins
¾ cup dates, pitted and chopped
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ cup butter
¾ cup white sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
¼ teaspoon salt
4 tablespoons butter
½ cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons heavy cream
½ cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9 inch square pan. In a saucepan, combine water and raisins. Bring to a boil and cook for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in chopped dates and baking soda. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, cream together 1/2 cup butter and 3/4 cup white sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla. Beat in the flour, salt and date mixture. Pour batter into prepared pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Remove cake from oven, and set oven to Broil.
  • Make Topping: In a saucepan, melt 4 tablespoons of butter. Stir in brown sugar, cream and chopped nuts. Spread mixture over warm cake and place under broiler until lightly browned, about 3 minutes. Watch carefully - it burns easily under the broiler. Cool before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 366.3 calories, Carbohydrate 53 g, Cholesterol 64.9 mg, Fat 16.7 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 4.1 g, SaturatedFat 8.5 g, Sodium 252.5 mg, Sugar 27.5 g

STICKY DATE CAKE



Sticky Date Cake image

Great for afternoon tea

Provided by anneyoung

Time 2h30m

Yield Serves 10

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 170C/340F/gas 3. Grease and line 20cm/8inch cake tin
  • Place the raisins, dates, sultanas,and currents into a pan together with the butter, water and condensed milk. Slowly bring to the boil, stirring frequently to prevent the mixture from burning. Reduce the heat and simmer for 3-4 minutes
  • Transfer the mixture to a heatproof bowl and set aside to cool
  • Mix together the wholemeal flour, plain flour, salt and bicarbonate of soda in a separate bowl
  • When the fruit mixture has cooled, fold it into the flour along with the marmalade until smooth and well combined. Spoon the mixture into the prepared tin
  • Cover the tin with a double layer of baking parchmonet, then bake the cake in the oven for 13/4 hour, or until the cake is springy to touch and a skewer inserted into the middle comes out clean
  • To serve, allow the cake to coll for 10 minutes in the tin before turning out onto a cooling rack

OLD FASHIONED DATE PUDDING



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My mother-in-law always whipped up this old-fashioned dessert at Thanksgiving and Christmas. My husband and I enjoy the chewy dates and sweet thick syrup drizzled on top. It's impossible to resist a second helping.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 9-12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar, divided
1 cup water
1 tablespoon butter
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup milk
1 cup chopped dates
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
Whipped cream

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, bring 1 cup brown sugar and water to a boil. Cook and stir for 3 minutes. Remove from the heat and add butter; set aside. In a bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt and remaining brown sugar. Stir in milk until smooth. add dates and walnuts., Pour hot brown sugar syrup into an 8-in. square baking dish. Spoon batter over syrup. Bake at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center of cake topping comes out clean. Serve warm with whipped cream.

Nutrition Facts :

BOILED FRUIT CAKE



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Rustle up this easy fruitcake for your cake tin. Packed with juicy raisins, sultanas, currants and mixed peel, it's perfect for afternoon tea with a cuppa

Provided by Ailsa Brown

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 10

125g unsalted butter, cubed, plus extra for the tin
175g light brown soft sugar,
200g raisins
200g sultanas
100g currants
50g mixed peel
225g self-raising flour
1½ tsp mixed spice
½ tsp bicarbonate of soda
2 eggs, beaten

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 160C/140C fan/gas 3. Butter and line a 900g loaf tin with baking parchment. Melt the sugar, butter and 225ml water in a large saucepan. Once melted, add the raisins, sultanas, currants and mixed peel. Bring to a gentle boil, and stirring occasionally, cook until reduced and softened, around 10-15 mins. Remove from the heat and leave to cool to room temperature.
  • Tip the flour, mixed spice, bicarbonate of soda and a pinch of salt into a large bowl. Add the cooled fruit mixture and stir, then add the eggs and mix to combine. Bake for 45-55 mins until dark brown and a skewer inserted into the middle comes out clean. Leave to cool in the tin for 10 mins, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Cut into slices to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 344 calories, Fat 10 grams fat, SaturatedFat 6 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 59 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 44 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 4 grams protein, Sodium 0.4 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • Use fresh, ripe dates: This will ensure that your cake is moist and flavorful. You can tell if a date is ripe by its color; it should be a deep brown or black.
  • Soak the dates in hot water before using them: This will help to soften them and make them easier to blend.
  • Use a food processor or blender to grind the dates: This will help to create a smooth batter.
  • Add in your favorite spices: Common spices used in date cake include cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing can make the cake tough.
  • Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean: This usually takes around 45 minutes.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it: This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.

Conclusion:

Date cake is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is moist, flavorful, and can be customized to your liking by adding in your favorite spices or frosting. This article provides you with tips on how to make the perfect date cake, as well as three different recipes for you to try. So what are you waiting for? Give date cake a try today!

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