Date Walnut Cake

Date Walnut Cake is a moist and flavorful dessert that combines the natural sweetness of dates with the crunch of walnuts, creating a delightful treat. This Halal American dessert is perfect for any occasion and is sure to impress with its rich flavors and textures.

Ingredients

• pitted dates - 100 grams
• walnuts (chopped) - 50 grams
• all-purpose flour - 75 grams
• brown sugar - 50 grams
• baking powder - 1 teaspoon
• baking soda - 1/2 teaspoon
• salt - a pinch
• egg - 1 large
• milk - 60 ml
• vegetable oil - 30 ml
• vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a small cake pan.
2. In a bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix well.
3. In another bowl, mash the pitted dates until smooth.
4. Add the brown sugar, egg, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the mashed dates. Mix until well combined.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
6. Fold in the chopped walnuts gently into the batter.
7. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
9. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Slice and serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 4 g
• Carbs: 38 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 18 g
• Sodium: 150 mg
• Cholesterol: 40 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in dietary fiber, which aids in digestion.
• Contains healthy fats from walnuts, promoting heart health.

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