Chocolate Chip Date Cake Recipe

Name: Chocolate Chip Date Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Baking & Desserts
Ingredients: 1 c. chopped dates; 1 1/2 c. boiling water; 1 tsp. baking soda; 1/2 c. shortening; 1 c. sugar; 2 eggs; 1 1/4 c. flour; 1/4 tsp. soda (baking); 1 pkg. chocolate chips; 1/2 c. nut meats; 1/2 c. sugar

Servings: persons

1 c. chopped dates
1 1/2 c. boiling water
1 tsp. baking soda
1/2 c. shortening
1 c. sugar
2 eggs
1 1/4 c. flour
1/4 tsp. soda (baking)
1 pkg. chocolate chips
1/2 c. nut meats
1/2 c. sugar

1
Pour boiling water over dates and 1 teaspoon baking soda; let cool.
2
Cream shortening and sugar.
3
Add beaten eggs, then add cooled mixture.
4
Sift together the flour and 1/4 teaspoon soda; add to creamed mixture.
5
Mix well.
6
Pour into a 13 x 9 x 2-inch pan that has been greased and floured.
7
Mix the last 3 ingredients; spread on top of cake.
8
Bake at 350u00b0 for 30 to 35 minutes.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 c. chopped dates, 1 1/2 c. boiling water, 1 tsp. baking soda, 1/2 c. shortening, and more.

Yes, Chocolate Chip Date Cake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Chocolate Chip Date Cake

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