Best 6 Israeli Pecan Date Cake Recipes

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Israeli Pecan Date Cake is an iconic dessert that combines sweet, nutty pecans and chewy dates, wrapped in a moist and flavorful cake batter. It's a popular choice for special occasions and holidays, and for good reason – it's absolutely delicious! The cake batter is perfectly spiced and flavored with cinnamon, cardamom, and orange zest, while the pecans and dates add a wonderful texture and sweetness. Whether you're looking for a special treat to share with family and friends, or a comforting dessert to enjoy on your own, Israeli Pecan Date Cake is a surefire winner.

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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

ISRAELI PECAN DATE CAKE



Israeli Pecan Date Cake image

From the 1997 cookbook, BAKE YOUR CAKE & EAT IT, TOO!, the ingredient measurements have been slightly tweaked. Preparation time does not include the time needed for the cake to cool.

Provided by Sydney Mike

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h40m

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 large eggs
3/4 cup honey (I use a light, mild variety)
1/2 cup low-fat cultured buttermilk (I use 2% fat buttermilk)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 bananas, mashed
2 cups self raising flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
2 tablespoons Dutch-processed cocoa powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon salt
8 1/3 tablespoons butter, room temperature
1 cup dates, pitted, chopped (calls for 'California' dates. I use Medjool)
1 cup pecan halves, toasted
2 tablespoons honey

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F & generously butter a non-stick, 10-inch springform cake pan.
  • In a bowl mix together eggs, honey buttermilk & vanilla until smooth, then mix in the mashed bananas & set aside.
  • Set aside 2 tablespoons of the flour & then, in a large mixing bowl, whisk together the remaining flour, baking powder, brown sugar, cocoa, cinnamon, allspice & salt.
  • Add the liquie mixture to the flour mixture & using an electric mixer, mix on low speed until ingredients are moistened, then add the butter & continue beating on medium to high speed until batter is smooth, about 4 minutes.
  • In a small bowl mix the reserved 2 tablespoons of flour with the pitted, chopped dates & pecans, then fold this mixture into the cake batter.
  • Spoon the batter into the prepared cake pan & bake for 1 hour & 20 minutes, or until cake yields slightly to pressure when gently pressed in the top center.
  • Remove the cake in its pan from the oven to a wire rack.
  • Heat the final 2 tablespoons of honey before brushing it over the cake, then let the cake cool to room temperature.
  • When cool, carefully remove the cake from the springform pan, slice & ENJOY!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 292.8, Fat 11.4, SaturatedFat 4.5, Cholesterol 39.1, Sodium 124.4, Carbohydrate 47.5, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 30.8, Protein 3.7

GRAMMY'S OLD-FASHIONED PECAN DATE CAKE



Grammy's Old-Fashioned Pecan Date Cake image

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 1/2 cup sugar
2 eggs
2 tsp cinnamon
1 1/2 cup flour
1/2 cup butter, softened (or baking oil)
1 tsp baking soda
12 oz package pitted dates, quartered.
1 1/2 cups chopped pecans
1 cup buttermilk
1 1/2 cup sugar
1 tsp butter
1 1/2 cups chopped pecans
1 cup heavy cream
12 oz package pitted dates

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. In a large bowl mix together the eggs, sugar, buttermilk and butter until combined. In a medium bowl, mix the dry ingredients together except for the dates. Once that is combined add the quartered dates (just cut each date into 4 pieces). Smash the dates around in the flower mixture until they are coated with flour and broken apart a little. Now, add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients. Stir until just combined. Divide mixture into two GREASED (spray well with cooking spray) 9 inch round baking pans. Bake 25-30 minutes until mixture is cooked through and golden brown. Allow it to cool in the pan. Run a knife or spatula around edges and underneath to make sure it doesn't stick (this is a sticky cake). Put each one on a plate and let it sit in the refrigerator a few hours. Meanwhile, add all the ingredients for the icing into a large saucepan. Don't worry about chopping the dates, they melt. Heat on medium low until icing thickens up a bit and dates are almost all broken down. Mixture will be sticky and pretty thick. Do this about 20 minutes. Remove from heat. Let this sit in pan to cool. It will continue to thicken while it sits. Add icing to the middle of cake for the layers to stick. Ice the top and sides, then place in the fridge to firm up completely, Serve cold or at room temperature for cutting. Enjoy!

PECAN DATE FRUITCAKE



Pecan Date Fruitcake image

My husband grew up in Louisiana and has fond memories of his mother's fruitcake. I make this for him every year to remind him of special times. Pretty slices are an attractive addition.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h15m

Yield 3 loaves.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 pounds pitted dates, quartered
1 pound pecan halves (4 cups)
1 pound candied cherries, halved (2-1/4 cups)
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Grease and line three 8x4-in. loaf pans with waxed paper; set aside. In a large bowl, combine dates, nuts and cherries. Combine the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt; stir into fruit mixture until well coated. In a bowl, beat eggs and vanilla until foamy. Fold into fruit mixture and mix well. Pour into prepared pans., Bake at 300° for 1 hour or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks. Remove waxed paper. Cool completely before slicing. Wrap and store in a cool, dry place.

Nutrition Facts :

DATE PECAN TEA BREAD



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Packed with dates and pecans, this sweet bread is excellent on its own and even better topped with the chunky cream cheese spread. We enjoy it during the holiday season, but also for after-school and late-night snacks. -Carole Resnick, Cleveland, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h25m

Yield 1 loaf (16 slices) and 1/2 cup spread.

Number Of Ingredients 15

2-1/2 cups chopped dates
1-1/2 cups boiling water
1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon each ground cloves, cinnamon, ginger and nutmeg
2 tablespoons butter, softened
1-1/4 cups sugar
1 large egg
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1-1/2 cups coarsely chopped pecans
SPREAD:
3 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons chopped dates
2 tablespoons coarsely chopped pecans
1 tablespoon 2% milk

Steps:

  • Place dates in a large bowl. Combine boiling water and baking soda; pour over dates. In a small bowl, combine the flour, cloves, cinnamon, ginger and nutmeg; set aside. , In another large bowl, beat butter and sugar until crumbly. Beat in egg and vanilla. Add flour mixture alternately with date mixture. Stir in pecans. , Pour into a greased and floured 9x5-in. loaf pan. Bake at 350° for 65-75 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to wire rack to cool completely. , In a small bowl, combine spread ingredients. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour. Serve with bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 312 calories, Fat 13g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 154mg sodium, Carbohydrate 50g carbohydrate (35g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

DATE AND PECAN CAKE WITH A GOOEY TOPPING



Date and Pecan Cake With a Gooey Topping image

This is an easy and delicious cake. It has been in my family for years, Its the very 1st cake i baked. I always have chopped dates and nuts in the freezer, so when a recipe calls for either its easy just to whip out.

Provided by lemoncurd

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h15m

Yield 1 cake, 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/4 cups of chopped dates
1 cup boiling water
1 teaspoon bicarbonate of soda
125 g butter
1 cup caster sugar
2 eggs
1 1/2 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 cup of chopped pecan nuts
1 cup dark brown sugar
1 cup whipping cream
2 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Sprinkle bicarbonate of soda on dates pour the water over and allow to stand for 15 minutes.
  • Sift the flour and baking powder.
  • Cream butter and sugar well.
  • Add eggs one at a time beating well after each addition.
  • Add sifted flour mixture to the egg mixture.
  • Fold in the date mixture and pecans into the butter and flour mix Bake in a tube or bundt pan@ 180 celsius for 35-45 minute.
  • Allow to cool and pour topping over.
  • Decorate with chocolate covered dates and pecans.
  • TOPPING:.
  • Combine all the topping ingredients in a saucepan and cook on hight for 6-8 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 535.5, Fat 26.4, SaturatedFat 14, Cholesterol 107.7, Sodium 283, Carbohydrate 74, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 55.6, Protein 4.9

Tips:

  • Prepare Ingredients in Advance: Before you start baking, measure and prepare all the ingredients according to the recipe. This will ensure a smooth and efficient baking process.
  • Use Fresh, High-Quality Ingredients: The quality of your ingredients directly impacts the final product. Opt for fresh, high-quality ingredients whenever possible.
  • Follow Recipe Instructions Carefully: Pay close attention to the recipe instructions and follow them precisely. Small variations can lead to different results.
  • Preheat Oven Properly: Always preheat your oven to the specified temperature before baking. This ensures even cooking and helps achieve the desired texture.
  • Be Patient: Baking takes time and patience. Don't rush the process, and allow the cake to bake for the full duration specified in the recipe.

Conclusion:

The Israeli pecan date cake is a delightful treat that combines the flavors of sweet dates, crunchy pecans, and fragrant spices. With its moist texture and rich flavor, this cake is perfect for special occasions or as a sweet treat to enjoy with friends and family. By following the tips provided and carefully following the recipe instructions, you can create a delicious and memorable Israeli pecan date cake that will impress your taste buds. Happy baking!

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