Date Cake

Name: Date Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 c. sugar; 1/2 c. shortening; 2 eggs; 2 pkg. dates; 1 c. raisins; 1c. nuts; 2 c. boiling water; 3 c. flour; 2 tsp. soda; 1 tsp. salt; 1 tsp. allspices; 1 tsp. cinnamon; 1/2 tsp. nutmeg; 2 ring pineapple; 1/2 c. cherries

Eats Now Editorial Team · 2280 kcal · Baking & Desserts

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Date Cake – a delicious recipe with sugar, shortening, eggs, dates, raisins, nuts. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Serves 4 Baking & Desserts

Servings: persons

2 c. sugar
1/2 c. shortening
2 eggs
2 pkg. dates
1 c. raisins
1c. nuts
2 c. boiling water
3 c. flour
2 tsp. soda
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. allspices
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. nutmeg
2 ring pineapple
1/2 c. cherries

1
Cut dates.
2
Sprinkle with soda.
3
Add boiling water.
4
Let cool. Cream sugar and shortening.
5
Add eggs and dates mixture.
6
Add flour, spices and salt which have been sifted 3 times.
7
Add cherries, pineapple and nuts.
8
Bake in tube pan for 1 hour at 325u00b0.

2280

kcal

Calories

127

Fat

265

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 c. sugar, 1/2 c. shortening, 2 eggs, 2 pkg. dates, and more.

Yes, 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.

Quick Info

Servings
4 servings
Calories
2280 kcal
Category
Baking & Desserts

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