Description
This Cinnamon Date Cake with Citrus Syrup is a moist and flavorful dessert that combines the richness of dates with a refreshing citrus glaze.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (150g) pitted dates, chopped
- 1 cup (240ml) boiling water
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups (190g) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup (120ml) fresh orange juice
- 1/4 cup (60ml) fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar for syrup
- Zest of 1 orange
- Zest of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, combine the chopped dates and boiling water. Stir in the baking soda and let it sit for about 10 minutes to soften the dates.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then add the vanilla extract and mix until combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the date mixture, starting and ending with the flour mixture. Mix just until combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- While the cake is cooling, combine the fresh orange juice, lemon juice, granulated sugar, and zests in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Let it simmer for about 5-7 minutes until slightly thickened. Remove from heat and let it cool.
- Once the cake has cooled, slice it and drizzle the citrus syrup over each slice. Serve warm or at room temperature.
- This cake pairs beautifully with a cup of tea or coffee. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.
Notes
- For added texture, fold in chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans into the batter.
- Adjust the sugar in the citrus syrup to taste for sweetness.
- Serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for an indulgent treat.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Cinnamon Date Cake, Citrus Syrup, Dessert, Baking