QUEEN ELIZABETH CAKE II

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image



Queen Elizabeth Cake II image

My husband's favorite cake. A very easy and fast preparation that smells delightful while cooking.

Provided by JELLY_58

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     UK and Ireland     English

Time 1h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound dates, pitted and chopped
1 cup boiling water
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup white sugar
1 cup butter
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch pan. In a saucepan, combine dates, boiling water and baking soda. Let stand while mixing the batter.
  • In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla. Beat in the flour, baking powder and chopped walnuts. Stir in the date mixture. Pour batter into prepared pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Allow to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 440.6 calories, Carbohydrate 58.5 g, Cholesterol 71.7 mg, Fat 22.8 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 5.2 g, SaturatedFat 10.6 g, Sodium 256.8 mg, Sugar 41 g

Gilda Villagomez
[email protected]

I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.


Dike Ruth
[email protected]

This cake was a disappointment. It didn't taste anything like I expected.


White Hacker
[email protected]

The cake was a bit dry, even though I followed the recipe exactly.


Tristen Hamilton
[email protected]

I found this cake to be a bit too sweet for my taste.


faze jay
[email protected]

This cake is a bit expensive to make, but it's worth it for a special occasion.


Wintana Mussie
[email protected]

This cake is so easy to make, even for a beginner baker. I'm so glad I found this recipe!


Waniya Malik
[email protected]

I love the combination of chocolate and orange in this cake. It's a unique and delicious flavor that I've never had before.


Bineqat09 Bineqat08
[email protected]

This cake is so rich and decadent. It's perfect for a special occasion, but it's also great for everyday snacking.


Benjamin Kihima
[email protected]

I used a gluten-free flour blend to make this cake, and it turned out great! It was just as moist and delicious as the original recipe.


selomon tsama
[email protected]

This cake is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The end result is a delicious and beautiful cake that's perfect for any special occasion.


Kyonah Edwards
[email protected]

I made this cake for my friend's birthday, and she loved it! She said it was the best cake she'd ever had.


Donald Etienne
[email protected]

This cake is so moist and flavorful. I could eat it every day!


Protop Gain
[email protected]

I was a bit skeptical about the combination of chocolate and orange, but it totally works in this cake.


Amisha Rai
[email protected]

This cake is so easy to make, even for a beginner baker like me.


mahdi mirzaie
[email protected]

I love that this recipe uses simple ingredients that I always have on hand.


Md SURUV ISlAM
[email protected]

This is the best Queen Elizabeth cake I've ever had. The frosting is to die for!


rayan ali
[email protected]

I've made this cake several times now, and it always turns out perfectly. It's my go-to recipe for any special occasion.


Nicola Smith
[email protected]

This cake was a hit at my last dinner party! Everyone raved about the moist texture and the delicious flavor.