Self-Iced Cake

Name: Self-Iced Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 c. dates or raisins, chopped; 1 c. boiling water; 1 tsp. soda; 1/2 c. shortening; 1 c. sugar; 2 eggs; 2 tsp. cocoa; 1 tsp. vanilla; 1 3/4 c. flour; 1/2 tsp. salt; 1/2 tsp. cream of tartar; 9 oz. pkg. chocolate chips; 3/4 c. walnuts or pecans, chopped

Eats Now Editorial Team · 1870 kcal · Baking & Desserts

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Self-Iced Cake – a delicious recipe with dates, boiling water, soda, shortening, sugar, eggs. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Serves 4 Baking & Desserts

Servings: persons

1 c. dates or raisins, chopped
1 c. boiling water
1 tsp. soda
1/2 c. shortening
1 c. sugar
2 eggs
2 tsp. cocoa
1 tsp. vanilla
1 3/4 c. flour
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. cream of tartar
9 oz. pkg. chocolate chips
3/4 c. walnuts or pecans, chopped

1
Combine dates, water and soda; let stand until cool.
2
Cream shortening and sugar.
3
Add eggs and beat well.
4
Slowly add flour, salt and cream of tartar.
5
Stir until well blended.
6
Add date mixture; mix well.
7
Pour into a greased 13 x 9 x 2-inch pan. Sprinkle chocolate chips and nuts over top of cake.
8
Bake at 350u00b0 for about 30 minutes.
9
Cool.

1870

kcal

Calories

116

Fat

187

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 c. dates or raisins, chopped, 1 c. boiling water, 1 tsp. soda, 1/2 c. shortening, and more.

Yes, Self-Iced 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
1870 kcal
Category
Baking & Desserts

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