SELF ICED DATE CAKE

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I have not tried this cake. I'm posting this for safe keeping. I found this recipe in From Babas' Kitchen To Ours.

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Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 1h

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 cups boiling water
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 1/2 cups chopped dates
1 1/4-1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
3/4 cup shortening or 3/4 cup margarine
2 eggs, beaten
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 pinch salt
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla

Steps:

  • Pour boiling water over dates and baking soda and let stand while mixing batter.
  • Cream shortening until fluffy, then add sugar gradually. Add eggs and beat well. Add sifted flour and salt, alternating with date mixture. Mix well. Spices such as cinnamon, cloves or nutmeg may be added to flour mixture. Add vanilla and blend.
  • Bake in 350 oven for 45 minutes, or until cake springs back when lightly touched.

Hossain ali
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Overall, this was a great recipe. The cake was moist and flavorful, and the self-icing was a nice touch. I'll definitely be making it again.


Asad li
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The self-icing is a genius idea! It made the cake so easy to make and it turned out beautifully.


Monica McQueen
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The cake was a bit dense for my taste, but the flavor was good. I think I'll try using a different recipe next time.


Asobo Brian
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I love the unique flavor of this cake. The dates and spices complement each other perfectly. The self-icing is a great way to finish it off.


Ahmed Qandeel
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This cake is a great way to use up leftover dates. It's easy to make and the self-icing is a nice touch.


Glory God He is gapy love Gill G
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The date cake was a bit too sweet for me, but my kids loved it. They especially enjoyed the self-icing.


mariya fletcher
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I've made this cake several times now and it never disappoints. It's always a crowd-pleaser. The self-icing is a game-changer.


Florence Ruth (Musawo)
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This cake is a keeper! It's moist, flavorful, and the self-icing is to die for. Perfect for any occasion.


Blake botha Bbo
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The date cake was a bit dry for my taste. Maybe I overbaked it. The flavor was good though. I liked the hint of cinnamon and nutmeg.


Manny Tanny
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The cake was a hit at my dinner party. Everyone loved the unique flavor combination of dates and spices. The self-icing made it extra special.


Subham rai Subham rai
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This cake was a breeze to make. The self-icing was a great time-saver. The cake itself was moist and flavorful. Will definitely try it again.


Rachida Douane
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Not a big fan of the self-icing. It was a bit too sweet for my taste. Otherwise, the cake was good. The dates gave it a nice chewy texture.


Anees Langah
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The date cake was a success! The dates provided a natural sweetness and the spices added a lovely warmth. The self-icing was the perfect finishing touch. Definitely a keeper!


Dark Soul
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This cake was surprisingly easy to make. The batter came together quickly and the self-icing was a lifesaver. The end result was a moist and delicious cake that everyone enjoyed.


SM Canada
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Loved the gooey texture and the rich date flavor. The self-icing was a nice touch, making the cake extra decadent. A hit with the whole family!


Tshepo Rasebotsa
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The self-iced date cake turned out great! It was moist and flavorful. The dates added a delicious sweetness and the spice mix gave it a warm and inviting flavor. Will definitely be making this again.


Maiel Williams
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This date cake was an absolute delight! It had the perfect balance of sweetness and spice, and the texture was moist and dense. Plus, the self-icing feature made it incredibly easy to prepare. Highly recommend!


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