Sticky Chocolate Date Cake Recipe

Name: Sticky Chocolate Date Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 7 oz dates, coarsely chopped; 1 tsp baking soda; 6 tbsp butter, softened; 3/4 cup granulated sugar; 2 None eggs; 1 cup self-rising flour, plus 2 tbsp; 1/2 cup cocoa powder; 1/2 cup toasted pecans, chopped; None None Butterscotch Sauce; 1 1/2 cups firmly packed brown sugar; 6 tbsp butter; 1 1/4 cups heavy cream

Servings: persons

7 oz dates, coarsely chopped
1 tsp baking soda
6 tbsp butter, softened
3/4 cup granulated sugar
2 None eggs
1 cup self-rising flour, plus 2 tbsp
1/2 cup cocoa powder
1/2 cup toasted pecans, chopped
None None Butterscotch Sauce
1 1/2 cups firmly packed brown sugar
6 tbsp butter
1 1/4 cups heavy cream

1
Preheat oven to 350u00b0F. Grease a deep 8 inch round cake pan and line base with parchment paper.
2
Combine dates and 1 3/4 cups water in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil then remove from heat and add baking soda. Cover then set aside for 5 mins. Blend or process until smooth.
3
Beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs, 1 at a time. Sift flour and cocoa powder over top then fold in. Stir in nuts and warm date mixture. Transfer to prepared pan and bake for 1 hour, or until a skewer inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool in pan for 10 mins then transfer to a serving plate.
4
Meanwhile, to make the butterscotch sauce, stir all ingredients in a saucepan over low heat, without boiling, until sugar dissolves. Simmer, without stirring, for 3 mins. Serve hot sauce with warm cake.

1315

kcal

Calories

Fat

152

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 7 oz dates, coarsely chopped, 1 tsp baking soda, 6 tbsp butter, softened, 3/4 cup granulated sugar, and more.

Yes, Sticky Chocolate 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.

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Sticky Chocolate Date Cake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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