Date Cake
A warming, comforting cake that fills the home with the aroma of dates and cinnamon.
16 Oct 2025
How to Prepare
1
Beat the eggs, vanilla and sugar until pale and fluffy.
2
Add the oil and mix.
3
Blend the soaked dates with the qishta and add to the batter with the cinnamon.
4
Fold in the flour, baking powder and baking soda until smooth.
5
Pour into a greased cake pan and bake in a preheated oven until done.
6
For the sauce, mix the qishta with the creme caramel sugar packet until smooth.
7
Pour the sauce over the warm cake. Garnish with dates and nuts and serve.
✦ Chef Noor's Tip
Soak the dates in hot water first so they blend into a smooth, moist puree.