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Moist Date and Walnut Cake

Moist Date and Walnut Cake
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Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Moist Date and Walnut Cake, a perfect dessert for any occasion. With its tender crumb and rich, spiced notes from dates and walnuts, this cake offers a comforting experience that will impress your guests. Ideal for afternoon tea or as a centerpiece for celebrations, its moistness comes from buttermilk, ensuring that every bite is heavenly. Whether served warm or chilled, this cake is versatile enough to suit any palate. Top it with cream cheese frosting or enjoy it plain; either way, it’s a treat you won’t forget!

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup chopped dates
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk (or milk with 1/2 teaspoon vinegar)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch round or square cake pan.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg; set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, cream softened butter and brown sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time and mix well. Stir in vanilla.
  4. Gradually add dry ingredients to the creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk; mix just until combined.
  5. Gently fold in chopped dates and walnuts until evenly distributed.
  6. Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 35–40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  7. Allow cooling in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

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