Best 2 Orange Date Nut Cake Recipes

Orange date nut cake is a delectable and flavorful cake that combines the sweet and tangy taste of oranges with the rich and nutty flavor of dates and walnuts. Often served during special occasions and gatherings, it is a beloved treat that is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. With its moist and tender crumb, this cake is not only delicious but also surprisingly easy to make. Whether you are a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe will guide you through the simple steps of creating a delightful orange date nut cake that will be the star of your next gathering or a perfect treat to enjoy with family and friends.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

ORANGE DATE NUT CAKE

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This recipe makes a scrumptious orange-soaked date and nut cake.

Provided by Cathy Brisco

Categories Desserts Cakes Pound Cake Recipes

Yield 14

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 cup butter, softened
2 cups white sugar
6 eggs
3 ⅓ cups self-rising flour
1 cup milk
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon lemon extract
2 cups dates, pitted and chopped
2 cups chopped pecans
2 cups orange juice
3 ½ cups confectioners' sugar

Steps:

Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease a 10 inch tube pan and line the bottom with parchment paper. Grease the paper. Dredge the dates and nuts in the flour and set aside.
In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well. Add flour, alternating with milk, and mix well. Add vanilla and lemon flavorings. Fold in nuts and dates.
Pour batter into a 10 inch tube pan. Bake at 350 degrees F (165 degrees C) for 1 hour, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Remove from oven and pour orange syrup over cake immediately. Cool in pan for 30 minutes, then remove from pan. Let stand upside-down overnight, then turn over and serve.
To make the orange syrup: In a medium bowl, combine orange juice and confectioners sugar. Mix until smooth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 676.1 calories, Carbohydrate 103.3 g, Cholesterol 116 mg, Fat 27.3 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 8.5 g, SaturatedFat 10.2 g, Sodium 509.7 mg, Sugar 76 g

ORANGE-DATE NUT CAKE

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One of my fondest memories as a child was the scent of this cake cooling on my mom's dining room table. For those who like dates, nuts and oranges, it is heavenly. Teresa Switzer, Fayetteville, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 1h10m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

1 cup chopped dates
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour, divided
1 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
2 large eggs
1/4 cup grated orange zest
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup buttermilk
1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
ORANGE GLAZE:
1 cup orange juice
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

Toss dates with 1/4 cup flour; set aside. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in orange zest. Combine the baking powder, baking soda, salt and remaining flour; add to creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk, beating well after each addition. Stir in dates and nuts. , Transfer to a greased and floured 10-in. fluted tube pan. Bake at 350° for 50-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. , For glaze, combine orange juice and confectioners' sugar in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil. Remove from heat; stir in vanilla. Cool for 30 minutes. , Cool cake on a wire rack for 10 minutes before inverting onto a serving plate. Poke holes in cake top. Drizzle glaze over top and sides of cake; cool completely before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 469 calories, Fat 22g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 76mg cholesterol, Sodium 326mg sodium, Carbohydrate 63g carbohydrate (39g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

Tips:

Use fresh oranges. Fresh oranges provide the best flavor and aroma to the cake. If you can, use organic oranges to avoid any pesticides or chemicals.
Zest the oranges before juicing them. The zest of the oranges contains a lot of flavor, so be sure to zest them before juicing them. You can use a microplane grater or a vegetable peeler to zest the oranges.
Use a food processor to chop the dates. This is the easiest way to chop the dates into small pieces. If you don't have a food processor, you can also chop the dates by hand with a knife.
Toast the nuts. Toasting the nuts will bring out their flavor and make them more fragrant. You can toast the nuts in a preheated oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 5-7 minutes, or you can toast them in a skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes.
Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing the batter can make the cake tough. Mix the batter just until the ingredients are combined.
Bake the cake in a preheated oven. This will help the cake to rise evenly. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit before baking the cake.
Let the cake cool completely before frosting it. This will help the frosting to set properly.

Conclusion:

Orange date nut cake is a delicious and easy-to-make cake that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of oranges, dates, and nuts makes for a moist and flavorful cake that is sure to please everyone. If you are looking for a new cake recipe to try, I highly recommend giving orange date nut cake a try.