DATE NUT SNACK CAKE

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Not much to tell about this cake , except that each piece is a moist and delicious slice of yummy! Mom loves dates and so do I. This cake is just the right size for the family. This cake can be made with other fruits such as raisins, craisins, apricots or apples, etc.Give it a try ;it will be on your favorites list soon! Found...

Provided by Pat Duran

Categories     Other Desserts

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 17

CAKE:
1 c pitted and chopped dates
2 tsp baking soda
1 c boiling apple juice or boiling water
2 c all purpose flour
1/2 c light brown sugar,light packed
1/2 c granulated sugar
1 Tbsp molasses
1 c mayonnaise-must be mayonnaise only
1 c chopped pecans or walnuts
LEMON SAUCE:
1/4 c water
1 large egg,beaten
1 c granulated sugar
1/2 c butter
1 tsp lemon zest, grated
3 or 4 Tbsp lemon juice

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oven to 350^. Grease and flour or spray a 9x13-inch baking pan- I used my pineapple up-side down cake pan. --- In the large mixer bowl, mix the dates and 1 teaspoon of the baking soda and the boiling apple juice or water. Let set till cool.
  • 2. Cake: When date mixture is cool, add flour and remaining ingredients, except nuts, to the bowl and beat on medium speed until mixture is well blended. Stir in the nuts. Spread batter in prepared pan. Bake 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
  • 3. Sauce: While cake is baking . Mix beaten egg and water in a medium saucepan. Add the sugar, butter and lemon peel and lemon juice . Heat to boiling over medium heat, stirring constantly. Serve sauce over warm cake . Refrigerate any leftover sauce.

Talha Rahman
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I'm not a big fan of dates, but I really enjoyed this cake. The nuts and spices balanced out the sweetness of the dates perfectly.


Bhai log
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This cake was delicious! The dates and nuts added a nice sweetness and crunch. I will definitely be making this again.


ecaterina cirlig
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This cake was a bit dry, but the flavor was still good. I think I'll try adding some more butter next time.


Rana Ameer
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This cake was really easy to make, and it turned out great! I'll definitely be making it again.


Shahzad Ahmad
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This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still good. I think I'll try reducing the amount of sugar next time.


Glory Efekpokpo
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This cake was really easy to make, and it turned out great! I'll definitely be making it again.


Deejay Abiabhiskek
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I love this cake! It's so moist and flavorful, and the dates and nuts add a nice touch of texture. It's perfect for a snack or dessert.


nuhu shuaibu
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This cake was delicious! The dates and nuts added a nice sweetness and crunch. I will definitely be making this again.


Alisha Gibbons
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This cake was a bit dry, but the flavor was still good. I think I'll try adding some more butter next time.


sheikh zakaria
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This cake was really easy to make, and it turned out great! I'll definitely be making it again.


Joy Abduallhi
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I love this cake! It's so moist and flavorful, and the dates and nuts add a nice touch of texture.


Princess Adebukola
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This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still good. I think I'll try reducing the amount of sugar next time.


Randy Grossman
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I've made this cake several times now, and it's always a winner. It's so easy to make, and it always turns out moist and delicious.


tsak tsak
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This date nut snack cake was a hit! It was moist and flavorful, with a perfect balance of sweetness and crunch. I added a little extra cinnamon and nutmeg, and it turned out perfectly.