Delicious Date and Nut Cake with a Soft Texture

Cake is a beloved dish that can serve as a side dish or a delicious and unique Suhoor meal, especially when it's date and nut cake, as it is full of energy and made with ingredients that are available at home during the holy month.

Here are the details:

Ingredients:

- 1 cup of pitted and chopped dates

- 1 cup of hot water

- 1/2 tsp of baking soda

- 1 and 1/2 cups of flour

- 1 tsp of baking powder

- 1/2 tsp of cinnamon

- 1/4 tsp of nutmeg

- 1/2 cup of soft butter

- 3/4 cup of brown sugar

- 2 eggs

- 1 tsp of vanilla

- 1/2 cup of crushed nuts (walnuts, almonds, hazelnuts)

- 1/2 cup of milk

Preparation:

1. Soak the dates in hot water with baking soda for 10 minutes, then mash them slightly.

2. Preheat the oven to 170°C and grease the cake mold with butter, then sprinkle some flour.

3. In a bowl, mix the flour with baking powder, cinnamon, and nutmeg.

4. In another bowl, beat the butter with the sugar until the mixture becomes fluffy, then add the eggs and vanilla and mix well.

5. Add the date mixture, then gradually add the dry ingredients along with the milk and mix until the mixture is smooth.

6. Add the crushed nuts and stir gently, then pour the mixture into the mold.

7. Bake for 35-40 minutes until the cake turns golden and is fully cooked.

8. Once it cools down slightly, garnish with nuts and honey or a sprinkle of powdered sugar for a delicious taste.

Enjoy the Rich Flavor and Soft Texture of the Date Cake. Whether after Iftar or during Suhoor, this cake will provide you with a unique taste and a high energy boost.

Enjoy