Norwegian Date Coffee Cake Recipe

Name: Norwegian Date Coffee Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup chopped dates; 3 tablespoons cream sherry; 1/2 cup finely chopped pecans; 1/3 cup packed brown sugar; 1/4 cup granulated sugar; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1 tablespoon butter, softened; 1 cup granulated sugar; 1/4 cup butter, softened; 1 egg; 1 (8 ounce) carton sour cream; 1 tablespoon cream sherry; 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1 teaspoon salt; Sherry Glaze; 2 tablespoons butter; 2 tablespoons water; 1/4 cup sugar; 2 tablespoons sherry wine

Servings: persons

1/2 cup chopped dates
3 tablespoons cream sherry
1/2 cup finely chopped pecans
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 tablespoon butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup butter, softened
1 egg
1 (8 ounce) carton sour cream
1 tablespoon cream sherry
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
Sherry Glaze
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons water
1/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons sherry wine

1
In a small bowl combine dates and the 3 tablespoons of sherry.
2
Cover and let stand for 10 minutes.
3
In another small bowl combine pecans, brown sugar, the 1/4 cup granulated sugar, cinnamon, and the 1 tablespoon butter.
4
Stir in date mixture.
5
Set aside.
6
In a bowl beat the 1 cup granulated sugar, the 1/4 cup butter, and egg with an electric mixer till smooth.
7
Beat in sour cream and the 1 tablespoon sherry.
8
Combine flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt; add to sour cream mixture.
9
Beat till well combined.
10
In a greased 8x8x2-inch baking pan spread half the sour cream batter.
11
Top with half the date mixture.
12
Top with remaining batter, then date mixture.
13
Bake in a 375 degree F oven for 40 to 45 minutes or till toothpick inserted near center comes out clean.
14
To prevent overbrowning, cover cake with foil for last 15 minutes of baking.
15
Cool slightly.
16
Sherry Glaze: In a saucepan combine 2 tablespoons butter, 2 tablespoons water, and 1/4 cup sugar.
17
Cook and stir till bubbly.
18
Reduce heat; simmer for 5 minutes.
19
Remove from heat; stir in 2 tablespoons sherry.
20
Drizzle glaze over coffee cake.

989

kcal

Calories

Fat

144

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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

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

You need 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup chopped dates, 3 tablespoons cream sherry, 1/2 cup finely chopped pecans, 1/3 cup packed brown sugar, and more.

Yes, Norwegian Date Coffee 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Norwegian Date Coffee Cake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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