Description
A moist and flavorful Pistachio and Date Cake spiced with cardamom and cinnamon. Easy to make, perfect for gatherings or teatime.
Ingredients
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- 180g all-purpose flour (1 1⁄2 cups)
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp ground cardamom
- 1⁄2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1⁄2 tsp salt
- 150g pitted dates, chopped (1 cup)
- 180ml boiling water (3⁄4 cup)
- 115g unsalted butter, softened (1⁄2 cup)
- 150g brown sugar (3⁄4 cup)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 120ml whole milk (1⁄2 cup)
- 100g shelled pistachios, chopped (3⁄4 cup)
- For the topping: 50g pistachios, chopped (1⁄4 cup)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F) and grease a 23cm (9-inch) round cake pan.
- In a bowl, mix flour, baking soda, cardamom, cinnamon, and salt.
- Place chopped dates in a bowl and pour boiling water over them. Let sit for 10 minutes, then mash lightly.
- Cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well, then add vanilla extract.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Fold in the softened date mixture, including the liquid, and stir in chopped pistachios.
- Pour the batter into the pan and smooth the top. Bake for 35–40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Top with additional chopped pistachios and serve.
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter after adding flour to avoid a dense cake.
- Ensure dates are softened for better texture and moisture.
- Toasting pistachios enhances their flavor.
- You can substitute butter with coconut oil for a dairy-free option.
- The cake can be frozen in slices for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: Pistachio and Date Cake, Spiced Date Cake, Cardamom Cake, Easy Cake Recipe, Middle Eastern Dessert